Salbutamol is the active ingredient in the composition of Volmax with other inactive ingredients. Salbutamol belongs to a class of drugs known as short-acting beta 2 agonist. Volmax [Salbutamol] is commonly taken using the inhaler device. There is Volmax [Salbutamol] tablet for those who cannot use inhaler well. The tablets are ‘controlled release tablets’. It means the tablet release salbutamol slowly over 12 hours. It is used for the treatment of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). In case of asthma and COPD it becomes difficult for air to get in and out of the lungs and makes it difficult to breathe. Volmax [Salbutamol] works by acting on the beta 2 receptors in the lungs and stimulating them, causing the muscles in the airways to relax. This allows the airways to open and thereby making it easier to breathe. Volmax [Salbutamol] when used as an inhaler is known as reliever because it works very quickly to relieve asthma attacks, wheezing, chest tightness or shortness of breath.
How to use
Adult and children above 12 years of age should not take more than 32 milligrams per day where as children aged between 6 and 12, should not take more than 24 milligrams per day.
Volmax [Salbutamol] tablet is taken orally by mouth, usually twice a day with a difference of 12 hours between each dose or as directed by the physician.
Tablets should be swallowed whole and not chewed, crushed or broken. Doing so, it can destroy the long action of the drug and may increase side effects.
Volmax [Salbutamol] taken using inhaler is better because it goes and act directly in lungs where it is needed the most. It also reduces potential for side effects occurring in other parts of the body, as the amount of drug absorbed into the blood through lungs is lower than if it is taken by mouth in a form of tablet.
Side Effects
Common side effects indicated using Volmax [Salbutamol] medication are allergic reaction, aggression, agitation, anxiety, appetite loss, depression, diarrhea, dizziness, drowsiness, dry mouth, headache, light-headedness, muscles cramp, nausea, nervousness, nightmares, restlessness, tinnitus, insomnia, vomiting, urinary problems, back pain, fever and fatigue.
Rare side effects indicated are chest pain, heart related problems, nose bleeds, urinary problems, vertigo, hoarseness and sleepiness.
Drug Interaction
Volmax [Salbutamol] medication should not be taken combined with any beta blockers as this may give the reverse adverse effect by narrowing the airways and makes it extremely difficult for asthma or COPD patient to breathe.
Volmax [Salbutamol] when taken concurrently with xanthine derivatives, corticosteroids, diuretics and other beta 2 agonists; may seriously decrease the level of potassium in blood (hypokalaemia) and may result in adverse effects.
Uses
Volmax [Salbutamol] is used to give prevention and rapid relief to asthma attacks and other bronchial conditions like bronchospasms. It works as a bronchodilator and relaxes the air passages and helps to breathe normal and relieve wheezing.
Storage
Volmax [Salbutamol] should be stored at a temperature between 2o-8oC (36o-46oF), away from heat and humidity.
Precaution
Patients with pre-existing heart conditions like angina, high blood pressure, seizures, stroke, diabetes, arrhythmia and thyroid conditions; should inform the physician prior to administering the medication.
One should not take Volmax [Salbutamol] medication if MAO inhibitor is taken within past 2 weeks.
Patients taking the medication should be alert as this medication may cause sudden allergic reaction. Physician should be consulted immediately.
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