Salamol Steri-Neb

Salamol Steri-Neb is a drug designed to prevent and arrest bronchospasm. It is widely used in medical practice and to date has received special distribution. 

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Indications Salamol Steri-Neb

Indications for use Salamol Steri-Neb is mainly used for the prevention and relief of bronchospasm. Apply it widely in bronchial asthma.

The drug is also used as a symptomatic treatment of bronchial obstructive syndrome. In this case we have in mind chronic bronchitis with emphysema of the lungs. The medicine does not eliminate the pneumonia, therefore to use it in this case it is inexpedient.

Widely used means for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. In general, the medication helps to get rid of many problems associated with the respiratory system. Apply it solely on the advice of a doctor. Self-treatment can be fraught with serious consequences. The medication is used in the form of inhalations, which must be properly done. Not many people are suitable for this tool. These nuances must be considered when choosing a medicine. Salamol Steri-Neb helps to cope not with all the problems of the respiratory system. 

Release form

Form of release of the drug - a solution for inhalation. The drug has a colorless or light yellowish hue. In some cases, it is transparent. All these variations are quite normal. Any other shade should alert the person.

In one milliliter of medicament contains 1 or 2 mg of salbumatol. It is worth noting that it is in the form of sulphate. Present and auxiliary substances are: sodium chloride - 9 mg, sulfuric acid diluted - to a pH of 3.8-4.2, water d / u - up to 1 ml.

There are no other forms of release of this medication. In this form, to convey the useful properties of the remedy to "damaged" respiratory organs is much easier. True use of the medicine for children is not recommended. Inhalation can significantly harm them.

You need to ask the drug in pharmacies. It is released without a prescription, but it should be taken solely on the advice of a doctor. Salamol Steri-Neb is a powerful tool in the fight against bronchospasm. 

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Pharmacodynamics

Pharmacodynamics Salamol Steri-Neb is an active substance of salbutamol. This component is a stimulator of beta-adrenergic receptors. It has an effect on the smooth muscles of the respiratory tract. Thus, there is relaxation and prevention of bronchospasm.

The agent reduces resistance in the airways. This increases the vital capacity of the lungs. There is a prevention of histamine, leukotrienes, prostaglappin D2 and other biologically active substances from mast cells.

The drug in recommended doses does not adversely affect the CAS. It can not lead to high blood pressure. Has a positive chrono and inotropic effect, but to a lesser extent than other drugs of this group. The active component can lead to the expansion of the coronary arteries.

The agent has a number of metabolic effects. Salamol Steri-Neb is able to reduce the concentration of potassium ions in the plasma, affect glycogenolysis and insulin secretion, and also have a hyperglycemic and lipolytic effect. 

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Pharmacokinetics

Pharmacokinetics Salamol Steri-Neb - during the ignition of 10-20% of the inhaled dose reaches the small bronchi. The rest is deposited in the upper respiratory tract. Absorption after inhalation is rapid, but extremely low.

The maximum concentration of the active component in the blood plasma is observed within 3 hours after taking the drug. Communication with plasma proteins is carried out by 10%. The drug undergoes andresystemic metabolism in the liver and intestinal wall.

The half-life is 3-7 hours. The agent is excreted by the kidneys mainly in the unaltered form, almost by 90%. In the form of an inactive phenol sulfate metabolite for 72 hours and with bile. The active component penetrates the blood-brain barrier. This creates a concentration of approximately 5% concentration in the blood plasma. After a while everything is safely displayed. Salamol Steri-Neb does not have a negative effect on the body. 

Dosing and administration

The way of application and dose is appointed individually by the attending physician. Apply the product in the form of inhalations with the help of inhalers - nebulizers. Adults, including the elderly and children over 18 months of age, should take 2.5 mg at a time. A day should be made at least 3-4 inhalations. If necessary, the dose is increased to 5 mg.

When using it is important to understand the technique of the drug. So, first of all you need to read the instruction of the nebulizer. Then prepare it for use. The ampoule is separated with a sterile solution from the block. Further holding the ampoule you need to break off the cap. In this case, everything is done in an upright position. The solution is squeezed out into the reservoir of the nebulizer. After use, everything is thoroughly washed. Because the nebulizer is constantly filled with a new solution. The drug Salamol Steri-Neb is not so difficult to take, it will be quite easy for a person to perform all these manipulations. Just a couple of procedures and much will become clear. 

Use Salamol Steri-Neb during pregnancy

Use Salamol Steri-Neb during pregnancy is not recommended. A similar situation is with the period of breastfeeding. Naturally, there are cases when the medication is still used. At this stage, you need to compare the positive result for the mother with a possible negative effect on the child. If the first indicator is much higher, then there are grounds for using the remedy.

In the first trimester, using any medication is highly discouraged. There is a risk of developing a pathology in the fetus. In some cases, such influence can lead to the termination of pregnancy. Therefore, any drug should be taken solely under the supervision of the attending physician. If there is a possibility, then the treatment is reviewed and an alternative solution to the problem is assigned. Data on the penetration of the active ingredient into the mother's milk - no. Take Salamol Steri-Neb in this period is not worth it, there is a risk of causing a negative reaction in the child's body. 

Contraindications

Contraindications to the use of Salamol Steri-Neb is primarily a hypersensitivity to certain components of the medication. This can lead to a serious allergic reaction.

Use the product can not be given to children under 18 months. At this age, the use of inhalations is strictly prohibited. With caution the drug is used by patients suffering from tachyaritemia, myocarditis, heart defects, heart failure and diabetes mellitus.

A special group consists of those people who suffer from aortic stenosis and arterial hypertension. Naturally, it is necessary to use the medicine with care to pregnant women and women during lactation. Information about the negative impact on the baby's body was not received. Therefore, the risk in this case is extremely inappropriate. Any medication should be used exclusively under the supervision of a doctor. There is always a risk of harming one's own organism. Salamol Steri-Neb is an effective remedy that should be applied with the mind.

Side effects Salamol Steri-Neb

Side effects of Salamol Steri-Neb cover many systems and organs. So, the frequency of development of negative reactions from the body is not so rare. In most cases, a person experiences a strong palpitations, tremors, headaches and anxiety. Not so often this irritation of the respiratory tract, cough, dizziness and irritation of the mucous membrane of the mouth and pharynx. Changes in taste buds are not excluded.

Very rarely there is bronchospasm. And it is caused mainly by hypersensitivity to the drug. There were cases of dermatitis, allergic reactions and arterial hypotension. There was skin hyperemia, discomfort or chest pain, arrhythmia, supraventricular tachycardia and extrasystole and increased blood pressure.

In some cases, drowsiness, fatigue, hyperglycemia, muscle cramps, vomiting, nausea and sleep disturbance are observed. All these adverse reactions can cause misapplication of Salamol Steri-Neb. 

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Overdose

An overdose of the drug is possible, but only if the dose is too high. So, the main symptoms of the negative effect of the drug on the body: nausea, vomiting, tachycardia and increased excitability. There is also hypoxemia, hypokalemia, hyperglycemia, muscle tremor, hallucinations and headache. When these symptoms occur, you need to act immediately.

Treatment consists in clearing the body of the drug. To do this, the stomach is washed. Much depends on the state of a person. With tachycardia, it is necessary to introduce cardioselective beta 1-blockers. It must be very careful. The fact is that patients with bronchial asthma have a risk of getting bronchospasm. In general, treatment is symptomatic. In an unstable state, a person needs to call an ambulance. Salamol Steri-Neb is not capable of causing serious reactions from the body, but, nevertheless, caution should be exercised. 

Interactions with other drugs

Interactions Salamol Steri-Neb with other drugs is possible, but with extreme caution. The point is that the drug is incompatible with nonselective beta-blockers. This fact must also be taken into account when taking ocular forms of beta-adrenergic blockers.

Due to its giocalemic effect, salbutamol is able to enhance the effect of stimulants of the central nervous system. It is possible to intensify the cardiotropic action of thyroid hormones. It is possible that the probability of glycoside intoxication is increased.

Theophylline and other xanthines, when used concomitantly with salbutamol, may increase the likelihood of developing tachycardia. Levodop leads to severe ventricular arrhythmia. Possible increase in the number of cardiac contractions and increased blood pressure are possible. In this case, you need to make a dose adjustment.

Monoamine oxidase inhibitors and tricyclic antidepressants are able to enhance the bst-adrenergic effect of salbutamol and thereby lead to a sharp decrease in blood pressure.

As for diuretics and glucocorticosteroid preparations, they are capable of hypocalizing the effect of salbutamol. Simultaneous use with m-holinoblokatorami can lead to increased intraocular pressure. Therefore, Salamol Steri-Neb is used with extreme caution along with other drugs. 

Storage conditions

Storage conditions Salamol Steri-Neb must be observed without fail. So, the drug should be kept out of reach of children. Inhalation for a child can lead to serious consequences, including suffocation. Do not allow the baby to the place of storage of any medication.

The preparation should be stored in a warm, dry and protected from light place. The optimum temperature is 25 degrees Celsius. In no case should the drug be frozen. This will lead to a deterioration in its useful properties.

It is important that the dampness also does not get into the storage place of the drug. It negatively affects its quality. Particular attention should be paid to packaging. It is desirable that the drug was in it throughout the expiration date. Recommended storage is a first aid kit. It meets all the necessary conditions. The drug should not change its color and smell. This may indicate that Salamol Steri-Neb is no longer suitable for use. 

Shelf life

Shelf life of the drug is 2 years. For the entire period, you must observe the correct storage conditions. It is desirable that the product is in the optimal location. The temperature regime plays a significant role. It is desirable that it does not exceed 25 degrees of heat.

A dry, warm place without direct sunlight is the optimal storage conditions. The refrigerator and damp are unacceptable. It is important that the external data of the medicament does not change during the stored time. Otherwise, this means that the storage conditions have not been respected in a manner that is appropriate.

Children should not have access to the drug. To accept it at a small age is by no means impossible. A kid can not only hurt himself, but also spoil the medication itself. Only by observing all storage conditions, there is a chance to use the drug for a given time. Salamol Steri-Neb requires the implementation of certain rules.