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About Salbair Transcaps

Salbair Transcaps belongs to the class of 'bronchodilators' primarily used to treat bronchospasm and symptoms of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Salbair Transcaps 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).

Salbair Transcaps contains 'Levosalbutamol,' which is also known as levalbuterol. Salbair Transcaps is a bronchodilator that relaxes the muscles in the airways and increases airflow to the lungs. Salbair Transcaps thus makes breathing easier by widening the airways.

Your doctor will advise on how often you need to take Salbair Transcaps based on your medical condition. The common side effects of Salbair Transcaps 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 Salbair Transcaps 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 Salbair Transcaps . 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 Salbair Transcaps may cause dizziness and drowsiness and affect your driving ability. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking Salbair Transcaps as it can worsen your sleepiness.

Uses of Salbair Transcaps

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

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.

Medicinal Benefits

Salbair Transcaps contains 'Levosalbutamol,' which is also known as levalbuterol. Salbair Transcaps 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. Salbair Transcaps makes breathing easier by widening the airways.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Salbair Transcaps

  • 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 Salbair Transcaps . Salbair Transcaps may cause hypokalaemia (low potassium levels in the blood) in some patients leading to severe heart diseases, so Salbair Transcaps should be cautiously administered. Salbair Transcaps 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 Salbair Transcaps . Avoid driving or operating machines since Salbair Transcaps 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 Salbair Transcaps .

Drug-Drug Interactions

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SalbutamolLevobunolol
Severe
SalbutamolPropranolol
Severe

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SalbutamolLevobunolol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Salbair Transcaps:
Using levobunolol and Salbair Transcaps together can reduce the benefits of both drugs and can cause narrowing of the airways.

How to manage the interaction:
The combined use of levobunolol and Salbair Transcaps can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by your doctor. Don't forget to inform if you have any history of asthma, or severe chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
SalbutamolPropranolol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Salbair Transcaps:
Using propranolol and Salbair Transcaps together can reduce the effects or increase the risk of narrowing of the airways.

How to manage the interaction:
The combined use of propranolol and Salbair Transcaps can lead to an interaction, but they can be taken if advised by your doctor. However, if you experience any unusual symptoms contact your doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
SalbutamolLabetalol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Salbair Transcaps:
Co-administration of Salbutaml with Labetalol, the effectiveness of Salbair Transcaps might be reduced.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Labetalol and Salbair Transcaps together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
SalbutamolPenbutolol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Salbair Transcaps:
Coadministration of Penbutolol and Salbair Transcaps can reduce the effects of both medications and can cause narrowing of the airways.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Penbutolol and Salbair Transcaps can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by your doctor. However, if you experience Coughing, wheezing, shortness of breath, and high-pitched breathing, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
SalbutamolPindolol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Salbair Transcaps:
Using pindolol and Salbair Transcaps together can increase the risk of narrowing of the airways.

How to manage the interaction:
The combined use of pindolol and Salbair Transcaps can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by your doctor. However, if you experience Coughing, wheezing, shortness of breath, and high-pitched breathing, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
SalbutamolTimolol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Salbair Transcaps:
Co-administration of Salbair Transcaps with timolol can increase the risk of narrowing of the airways.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Salbair Transcaps and timolol together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience Coughing, wheezing, shortness of breath, and high-pitched breathing, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
SalbutamolCarvedilol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Salbair Transcaps:
Coadministration of Carvedilol and Salbair Transcaps may reduce the effects of both medications.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Carvedilol and Salbair Transcaps, they can be taken if your doctor advises. Consult your doctor if you experience shortness of breath, chest pain or any difficulties in breathing. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
SalbutamolMifepristone
Severe
How does the drug interact with Salbair Transcaps:
Coadministration of mifepristone and Salbair Transcaps can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm which can be severe. The risk increases in patients with a history of heart illness or electrolyte imbalance.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Salbair Transcaps with mifepristone together is avoided as it can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, contact a doctor immediately if you experience any symptoms such as dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or irregular heartbeat. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
SalbutamolPapaverine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Salbair Transcaps:
The combined use of Papaverine and Salbair Transcaps can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm which can be severe. The risk increases in patients with a history of heart illness or electrolyte imbalance.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Papaverine and Salbair Transcaps can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by your doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations, consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.

Drug-Food Interactions

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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 Salbair Transcaps and irritate the lungs, worsening breathing problems.
  • Learning breathing exercises will help you move more air in and out of your lungs.

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Therapeutic Class

BRONCHODILATOR

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FAQs

Salbair Transcaps works by relaxing the muscles in the airways and increasing airflow to the lungs.

Salbair Transcaps may cause central nervous system stimulation; hence Salbair Transcaps should be used cautiously if prescribed by the doctor for use in patients with seizures as it might worsen the condition.

Salbair Transcaps 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 Salbair Transcaps . Drink plenty of water and take rest to manage your headache. Shakiness goes away gradually. Consult your doctor if these symptoms persist longer.

Salbair Transcaps can cause hypokalaemia in some patients leading to cardiovascular effects. Please consult your doctor before taking Salbair Transcaps if you are a hypokalaemia patient or are more susceptible to it.

Bronchodilators like Salbair Transcaps may cause rapid and irregular heartbeat, blood pressure changes and an electrocardiogram (ECG) changes. Please seek medical advice before using Salbair Transcaps if you are heart disease patient.

Bronchodilators like Salbair Transcaps 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.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

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

Special Advise

  • Monitor your blood glucose levels regularly since Salbair Transcaps 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).

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