Theo-Asthalin Forte

Theo-Asthalin Forte

Theo-Asthalin Forte Tablet a member of the group of drugs called short-acting beta-2 agonists. Theo-Asthalin Fortemedicine is used for the relief of asthma symptoms, but it can also be used to delay delivery in women undergoing premature labour. It is very useful for preventing asthma symptoms due to exercise and other conditions too.

Some of its side effects include feeling a bit shaky, headache, uneven heart beat, flushing, muscle cramps, irritation or dryness of the mouth and throat, low blood potassium levels, weakness, restlessness, dizziness, bronchospasm and lactic acidosis.

Theo-Asthalin Forte Tablet should be used with caution in those with severe asthma, heart problems, high blood pressure, diabetes, an overactive thyroid gland, infection of the lungs, arrhythmias, those who have intolerance to some sugars or those with low levels of potassium in their blood.

Theo-Asthalin Forte Tablet is usually used with a nebuliser or inhaler but is also available as an intravenous solution and a pill. Dosage is based on your age, gender, response to therapy, medical condition, and use of certain interacting medicines.

Information given here is based on the salt and content of the medicine. Effect and uses of medicine may vary from person to person. Theo-Asthalin Forteis advicable to consult a Pulmonologist before using this medicine.

Drug = Salbutamol + Theophylline

Strength = 4 Mg + 200 Mg           

Manufacturer =Cipla Ltd

How To Take

Take Theo-Asthalin Forte medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Theo-Asthalin Forte Tablet is to be taken empty stomach. Take this medicine 1 hour before or 2 hours after food. You can take it with food if stomach upset occurs. Avoid Theo-Asthalin Forte Tablet with caffeine and chocolate as well as food containing caffeine and chocolate such as tea leaves, cocoa beans.

Dosage

Theo-Asthalin Forte

Asthalin 2 Mg

Asthalin 4 Mg

AsthalinRotacap

Asthalin Inhaler

Asthalin Forte Rotacap

Side Effects

Nausea

Vomiting

Stomach upset

Restlessness

Tremor

Headache

Palpitations

Muscle cramp

Increased heart rate      

Warnings

Theo-Asthalin Forte Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.

Theo-Asthalin Forte Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.

Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the fetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.

Theo-Asthalin Forte Tablet is safe to use during lactation. Human studies have shown that either the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in significant amount or is not expected to cause toxicity to the baby.

Avoiding breastfeeding for 2-4 hours after Theo-Asthalin Forte Tablet can further decrease the exposure of medicine to the baby.

Theo-Asthalin Forte Tablet may cause side effects such as dizziness, increased or uneven heart rate, muscle cramps or muscle pain. This may affect your ability to drive.

There is limited information available on the use of Theo-Asthalin Forte Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

Theo-Asthalin Forte Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Theo-Asthalin Forte Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Uses

Theo-Asthalin Forte medicine is used for the prevention and treatment of symptoms associated with chronic asthma. Symptoms may include wheezing, chest tightness and difficulty in breathing.

Theo-Asthalin Forte medicine is also used to treat airway blockage associated with other disease of the lungs like chronic bronchitis, emphysema etc.