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Levolin 1.25 mg Respules 5 x 2.5 ml

Levolin 1.25 mg Respules 5 x 2.5 ml

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Manufacturer/Marketer

Cipla Ltd

Consume Type

INHALATION

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Apr-24

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About Levolin 1.25 mg Respules 5 x 2.5 ml

Levolin 1.25 mg Respules 5 x 2.5 ml belongs to the class of 'bronchodilators' primarily used to treat bronchospasm and symptoms of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Levolin 1.25 mg Respules 5 x 2.5 ml helps to relieve symptoms like coughing, wheezing and shortness of breath. Bronchospasm is the tightening of the muscles that line the airways or bronchi in the lungs. Asthma is a breathing problem in which airways narrow, swell and produce extra mucus, leading to difficulty breathing. COPD is a group of lung diseases with emphysema (shortness of breath) and chronic bronchitis (inflammation of the lining of the bronchial tubes).

Levolin 1.25 mg Respules 5 x 2.5 ml contains 'Levosalbutamol,' which is also known as levalbuterol. Levolin 1.25 mg Respules 5 x 2.5 ml is a bronchodilator that relaxes the muscles in the airways and increases airflow to the lungs. Levolin 1.25 mg Respules 5 x 2.5 ml thus makes breathing easier by widening the airways.

Your doctor will advise on how often you need to take Levolin 1.25 mg Respules 5 x 2.5 ml based on your medical condition. The common side effects of Levolin 1.25 mg Respules 5 x 2.5 ml include nausea, vomiting, restlessness, tremor (shakiness), headache, muscle tightness, dryness or soreness of the throat, dizziness, sleepiness, palpitations (irregular heartbeat), nasal congestion (stuffy nose), and increased heart rate. Most of these side effects of Levolin 1.25 mg Respules 5 x 2.5 ml do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, please seek medical help.

Try not to stop taking this medicine on your own. Brief your medical history to the doctor if you have any heart, liver, or kidney diseases, hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid), stomach ulcer, seizure (fits), high blood pressure and diabetes before taking Levolin 1.25 mg Respules 5 x 2.5 ml. Please check with your doctor if you are pregnant, currently breastfeeding, or if you are taking any other prescribed or non-prescribed medicines. Avoid driving or operating machines since Levolin 1.25 mg Respules 5 x 2.5 ml may cause dizziness and drowsiness and affect your driving ability. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking Levolin 1.25 mg Respules 5 x 2.5 ml as it can worsen your sleepiness.

Uses of Levolin 1.25 mg Respules 5 x 2.5 ml

Bronchospasm, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), and Asthma.

Medicinal Benefits

Levolin 1.25 mg Respules 5 x 2.5 ml contains 'Levosalbutamol,' which is also known as levalbuterol. Levolin 1.25 mg Respules 5 x 2.5 ml is used to treat bronchospasm and symptoms of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), such as coughing, wheezing, and shortness of breath. It relaxes the muscles in the airways and increases airflow to the lungs. Levolin 1.25 mg Respules 5 x 2.5 ml makes breathing easier by widening the airways.

Directions for Use

Inhaler: Hold the inhaler with the mouthpiece facing downwards. Form a tight seal by placing your lips around the mouthpiece. Start breathing slowly with your mouth and push down the inhaler once. Remove the inhaler and breathe normally.Respule/Transpule: Respule/Transpule is a small plastic container that contains a solution. Twist off the top of the respule/transpule and squeeze the solution into the nebulizer. This solution is made into a fine mist to breathe in. Inhale the medicine through the nebulizer's mouthpiece.Rotacap: Rotacap is a capsule with powdered medication which is placed in Rotahaler. Rotahaler is a plastic inhalation device that releases the medication when you breathe. Place the rotahaler between your teeth and seal it with your lips. Tilt your head slightly and breathe with your mouth deeply while you press the rotahaler. Remove the device and breathe out normally.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Levolin 1.25 mg Respules 5 x 2.5 ml

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Restlessness
  • Tremor (shakiness)
  • Headache
  • Muscle tightness
  • Dryness or soreness of the throat
  • Dizziness
  • Sleepiness
  • Palpitations (irregular heartbeat)
  • Nasal congestion (stuffy nose)
  • Increased heart rate

Drug Warnings

Inform your doctor if you have any heart, liver or kidney diseases, hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid), stomach ulcer, seizures (fits), high blood pressure, and diabetes before taking Levolin 1.25 mg Respules 5 x 2.5 ml. Levolin 1.25 mg Respules 5 x 2.5 ml may cause hypokalaemia (low potassium levels in the blood) in some patients leading to severe heart diseases, so Levolin 1.25 mg Respules 5 x 2.5 ml should be cautiously administered. Levolin 1.25 mg Respules 5 x 2.5 ml can cause a rise in blood glucose levels. Please monitor your blood glucose levels if you have diabetes and inform your doctor so that the dose can be adjusted accordingly. Also, let your doctor know if you plan to become pregnant, are already pregnant or if you are a lactating mother before starting Levolin 1.25 mg Respules 5 x 2.5 ml. Avoid driving or operating machines since Levolin 1.25 mg Respules 5 x 2.5 ml may cause dizziness and drowsiness and affect your driving ability. Avoid drinking alcohol as it can worsen your sleepiness and affect your mental ability when you are being treated with Levolin 1.25 mg Respules 5 x 2.5 ml.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: Levolin 1.25 mg Respules 5 x 2.5 ml may interact with fluid retention drugs (furosemide), heart-related drugs (digoxin), corticosteroids (fluticasone, budesonide), bronchodilators (salmeterol, vilanterol, formoterol, albuterol), and medicines that treat vomiting (ondansetron).

Drug-Food Interaction: Limit alcohol intake since it may worsen the side effects like sleepiness and shakiness.

Drug-Disease Interaction: Inform your doctor if you have heart, liver, kidney diseases, hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid), stomach ulcer, seizure (fits), high blood pressure and diabetes.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • FUROSEMIDE
  • DIGOXIN
  • PREDNISONE
  • FLUTICASONE
  • BUDESONIDE
  • SALMETEROL
  • VILANTEROL
  • FORMOTEROL
  • ALBUTEROL
  • ONDANSETRON

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Eat a healthy diet and exercise regularly to strengthen your breathing muscles and boost your immune system.
  • Avoid foods such as cabbage, beans, garlic, onions, shrimp, pickled food, dried fruits, fried foods, carbonated drinks, wine, and bottled lemon and lime juice as it may worsen asthma symptoms.
  • Do meditation, deep breathing, regular exercise and try progressive muscle relaxation techniques to get relief from stress and reduce the risk of an asthma attack.
  • Quit smoking as it may reduce the effectiveness of Levolin 1.25 mg Respules 5 x 2.5 ml and irritate the lungs, worsening breathing problems.
  • Learning breathing exercises will help you move more air in and out of your lungs.

Special Advise

  • Monitor your blood glucose levels regularly since Levolin 1.25 mg Respules 5 x 2.5 ml can raise blood sugar levels.
  • Keep a check on your heart condition (if you are a heart disease patient) with an ECG if you notice any rapid heartbeat and blood pressure changes.
  • Undergoing a blood examination for your potassium levels in the blood will help rule out the possibility of hypokalaemia.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Bronchospasm: It is the tightening of the muscles that line the airways or bronchi in the lungs. Symptoms include wheezing, chest pain, tightness in the chest, and fatigue.

Asthma: It is a chronic (long-term) respiratory condition in which airways narrow, swell, and produce extra mucus, leading to difficulty in breathing. The symptoms of asthma include wheezing (whistling sound while breathing), shortness of breath, chest tightness, and cough, especially at night. The symptoms of mild persistent asthma may occur more than 2 times a week and up to 4 nights in a month, whereas, in the case of severe persistent asthma, the symptoms occur several times every day and most nights. The treatment for asthma includes medication, breathing exercises, and self-care.

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD): It is a group of lung diseases with emphysema (shortness of breath) and chronic bronchitis (inflammation of the lining of bronchial tubes). The major cause of COPD is smoking tobacco. Also, long-term exposure to fumes and chemicals may also lead to COPD. The symptoms include chronic cough, shortness of breath, or wheezing (whistle sound while breathing).

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Cipla House, Peninsula Business Park, Ganpatrao Kadam Marg, Lower Parel, Mumbai-400013
Other Info - LEV0021

FAQs

Levolin 1.25 mg Respules 5 x 2.5 ml works by relaxing the muscles in the airways and increasing airflow to the lungs.
Levolin 1.25 mg Respules 5 x 2.5 ml may cause central nervous system stimulation; hence Levolin 1.25 mg Respules 5 x 2.5 ml should be used cautiously if prescribed by the doctor for use in patients with seizures as it might worsen the condition.
Levolin 1.25 mg Respules 5 x 2.5 ml can cause a rise in blood glucose levels. Hence monitor your blood glucose levels if you have diabetes and inform your doctor so that the dose can be adjusted accordingly. Your diabetologist may adjust your insulin dose or prescribe alternate diabetic medication based on your condition.
You may experience headache and shakiness after using Levolin 1.25 mg Respules 5 x 2.5 ml. Drink plenty of water and take rest to manage your headache. Shakiness goes away gradually. Consult your doctor if these symptoms persist longer.
Levolin 1.25 mg Respules 5 x 2.5 ml can cause hypokalaemia in some patients leading to cardiovascular effects. Please consult your doctor before taking Levolin 1.25 mg Respules 5 x 2.5 ml if you are a hypokalaemia patient or are more susceptible to it.
Bronchodilators like Levolin 1.25 mg Respules 5 x 2.5 ml may cause rapid and irregular heartbeat, blood pressure changes and an electrocardiogram (ECG) changes. Please seek medical advice before using Levolin 1.25 mg Respules 5 x 2.5 ml if you are heart disease patient.
Bronchodilators like Levolin 1.25 mg Respules 5 x 2.5 ml should be cautiously used only under a doctor's supervision if you have any heart, liver, kidney diseases, hypokalaemia, hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid), stomach ulcer, seizure (fits), high blood pressure, and diabetes.

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Alcohol

Caution

Avoid drinking alcohol while taking Levolin 1.25 mg Respules 5 x 2.5 ml as it can worsen your sleepiness/dizziness.

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Pregnancy

Caution

The safety of Levolin 1.25 mg Respules 5 x 2.5 ml in pregnant women is unknown. Please consult your doctor if you are planning to become pregnant or already pregnant before starting Levolin 1.25 mg Respules 5 x 2.5 ml.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

There is limited data on how Levolin 1.25 mg Respules 5 x 2.5 ml affects breastfeeding. Please consult your doctor before starting Levolin 1.25 mg Respules 5 x 2.5 ml.

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Driving

Caution

Do not drive or operate machinery if you experience drowsiness, increased/uneven heart rate and shakiness while using Levolin 1.25 mg Respules 5 x 2.5 ml. This may affect your ability to drive. Seek medical attention if the symptoms persist longer.

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Liver

Caution

Levolin 1.25 mg Respules 5 x 2.5 ml should be used with caution in patients with liver diseases. Let your doctor know if you have any history of liver diseases or hepatic impairment. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing Levolin 1.25 mg Respules 5 x 2.5 ml.

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Kidney

Caution

Levolin 1.25 mg Respules 5 x 2.5 ml should be used with caution in patients with kidney diseases. Let your doctor know if you have any history of kidney diseases. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing Levolin 1.25 mg Respules 5 x 2.5 ml.

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Children

Caution

Levolin 1.25 mg Respules 5 x 2.5 ml is recommended for children only with a doctor's advice. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor depending upon the child's condition and age.

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