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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
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Welbusol 50mcg Inhaler is used to treat bronchospasm and symptoms of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). It contains Levosalbutamol, which relaxes the muscles in the airways and increases airflow to the lungs. Thus, breathing is made easier by widening the airways. It may cause common side effects such as nausea, vomiting, headache, and nasal congestion (stuffy nose). Before starting this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions.

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Manufacturer/Marketer :

Leeford Healthcare Ltd

Consume Type :

INHALATION

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Welbusol 50mcg Inhaler

Welbusol 50mcg Inhaler is used to treat bronchospasm and symptoms of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). It helps to relieve symptoms like coughing, wheezing and shortness of breath.

Welbusol 50mcg Inhaler contains 'Levosalbutamol,' which is also known as levalbuterol. It is a bronchodilator that relaxes the muscles in the airways and increases airflow to the lungs. Welbusol 50mcg Inhaler thus makes breathing easier by widening the airways.

The common side effects of Welbusol 50mcg Inhaler include nausea, vomiting, restlessness, tremor (shakiness), headache, muscle tightness, dryness or soreness of the throat, dizziness, sleepiness, and nasal congestion (stuffy nose). Consult your doctor if the side effects are persistent.

Do not use Welbusol 50mcg Inhaler if you are allergic to any of its components. Please check with your doctor if you are pregnant, currently breastfeeding, or if you are taking any other prescribed or non-prescribed medicines.

Uses of Welbusol 50mcg Inhaler

Welbusol 50mcg Inhaler is used to treat bronchospasm associated with asthma and COPD. The detailed uses of Welbusol 50mcg Inhaler are as follows:

  • Asthma Management: Welbusol 50mcg Inhaler helps to manage asthma by opening airways and relieving symptoms like wheezing and shortness of breath.
  • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD): Welbusol 50mcg Inhaler is used to treat COPD symptoms by improving lung function and relieving chronic cough and breathing difficulties.
  • Prevention of Exercise-Induced Bronchospasm: Welbusol 50mcg Inhaler helps to prevent exercise-induced bronchospasm, enabling easier breathing during physical activity.
  • Emergency Asthma Relief: In an acute situation, Welbusol 50mcg Inhaler provides quick relief by helping patients breathe easier and regain control.
  • Aids Mucus Clearance: Welbusol 50mcg Inhaler helps to thin mucus, making it easier to clear from airways, which improves breathing and respiratory function.

Directions for Use

  • Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication.
  • 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.
  • Welbusol 50mcg Inhaler is for inhalation purpose only.

Medicinal Benefits

  • Welbusol 50mcg Inhaler is effective in relieving bronchospasm (sudden narrowing of the airways) caused by conditions such as asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
  • It relaxes the muscles of the airways and helps widen them, making it easier to breathe.
  • Welbusol 50mcg Inhaler helps control symptoms like wheezing, chest tightness, and shortness of breath in patients with asthma.
  • It alleviates respiratory symptoms associated with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, including chronic bronchitis and emphysema.
  • Provides fast-acting relief during acute asthma attacks or sudden episodes of breathlessness.
  • By dilating the bronchial passages, Welbusol 50mcg Inhaler improves airflow and oxygen delivery to the lungs.

How Welbusol 50mcg Inhaler Works

Welbusol 50mcg Inhaler contains 'Levosalbutamol,' which is also known as levalbuterol. It is a bronchodilator that relaxes the muscles in the airways and increases airflow to the lungs. Welbusol 50mcg Inhaler thus makes breathing easier by widening the airways.

Storage

• Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight. • Keep out of sight and reach of children. • Non cold chain - To be stored in cool places at 10ºC to 25ºC or below 30ºC.
Side effects of Welbusol 50mcg Inhaler
Here are the steps to manage the medication-triggered Tachycardia (Fast Heart Rate):
  • Contact your doctor immediately if you're experiencing a fast heart rate, palpitations, or other heart-related symptoms. This is crucial to determine whether the symptoms are related to your medication.
  • Your doctor may need to adjust your medication regimen to alleviate the fast heart rate symptoms. This could involve changing the medication, reducing the dosage, or adding new medications to counteract the side effects.
  • Follow your doctor's advice on monitoring your heart rate and blood pressure. This will help track any changes and ensure your heart rate returns normal.
  • If you experience severe symptoms such as chest pain, dizziness, or shortness of breath, seek immediate medical attention. These symptoms can indicate a more serious condition that requires prompt treatment.
  • Muscle cramps can be treated with regular exercise or yoga, which includes mild stretching, which helps strengthen the lower body.
  • Warm baths and gentle massage of the affected parts can help relieve cramps.
  • Avoid strenuous activity and take frequent breaks, as rest is critical.
  • Intake of nutritious food can help strengthen body and mind. A trained nutritionist can help design a balanced diet for strengthening muscles.
  • Speak to your doctor if the pain lasts an extended period. Medical help can be practical in finding a cure for cramps.
Here are the 7 steps to manage Dizziness caused by medication:
  • Inform your doctor about dizziness symptoms. They may adjust your medication regimen or prescribe additional medications to manage symptoms.
  • Follow your doctor's instructions for taking medication, and take it at the same time every day to minimize dizziness.
  • When standing up, do so slowly and carefully to avoid sudden dizziness.
  • Avoid making sudden movements, such as turning or bending quickly, which can exacerbate dizziness.
  • Drink plenty of water throughout the day to stay hydrated and help alleviate dizziness symptoms.
  • If you're feeling dizzy, sit or lie down and rest until the dizziness passes.
  • Track when dizziness occurs and any factors that may trigger it, and share this information with your doctor to help manage symptoms.
  • Lie down or take a nap in dark and quiet room.
  • To avoid dehydration, drink plenty of fluids.
  • In case of mild to moderate migraine, you can take over-the-counter pain relievers like paracetamol or ibuprofen.
  • Apply an ice pack or cool cloth on your forehead.
  • Try relaxation techniques such as yoga, meditation, or deep breathing to reduce stress and relax.
  • Avoid foods and drinks that trigger migraine such as chocolate, alcohol, cheese, caffeine, processed meats, artificial sweeteners and dried fruits.
  • Manage your stress by eating healthy, exercising and a regular sleep schedule.
Here are the steps to manage medication-triggered tremors or involuntary shaking:
  • Notify your doctor immediately if you experience tremors or involuntary shaking after taking medication or adjusting your medication regimen.
  • Your doctor may adjust your medication regimen or recommend alternative techniques like relaxation, meditation, or journaling to alleviate tremor symptoms.
  • Your doctor may direct you to practice stress-reducing techniques, such as deep breathing exercises, yoga, or journaling.
  • Regular physical activity, such as walking or jogging, can help reduce anxiety and alleviate tremor symptoms.
  • Your doctor may recommend lifestyle changes, such as avoiding caffeine, getting enough sleep, and staying hydrated, to help manage tremors.
  • Maintain regular follow-up appointments with your doctor to monitor tremor symptoms and adjust treatment plans as needed.
Here are the steps to manage medication-triggered Nervousness:
  • Tell your doctor immediately if you experience symptoms of Nervousness, such as anxiety, jitteriness, or an increased heart rate, after taking medication or adjusting your medication regimen.
  • Your doctor may adjust your medication regimen to alleviate symptoms of Nervousness. This can include switching to a different medication, reducing the dosage, or temporarily stopping the medication. Your doctor may also recommend alternative techniques like relaxation, mindfulness meditation, or journaling. These techniques can help reduce anxiety and Nervousness.
  • Practice stress-reducing techniques, such as deep breathing exercises, yoga, or journaling, to help manage Nervousness.
  • Engage in regular physical activity, such as walking or jogging, to help reduce anxiety and improve mood.
  • Your doctor may advise considering cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT) or other forms of talk therapy to address underlying anxiety or Nervousness.
  • You should maintain regular follow-up appointments with your doctor to monitor nervousness symptoms, adjust treatment plans as needed, and discuss any concerns or questions.
  • Apply a hot/cold pack to the affected area.
  • Doing gentle exercises can help cope with pain by stretching muscles.
  • Get enough sleep. It helps enhance mood and lower pain sensitivity.
  • Avoid alcohol, smoking and tobacco as they can increase pain.
  • Follow a well-balanced meal.
  • Meditation and massages may also help with pain.

What if I have taken an overdose of Welbusol 50mcg Inhaler

Do not use more than the prescribed dose of Welbusol 50mcg Inhaler as it may cause an overdose. The symptoms of overdose include headache, tremors, chest pain, severe dizziness, pounding/fast/irregular heartbeat, and seizures (fits). If you suspect you have taken an overdose or notice signs of overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

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 using Welbusol 50mcg Inhaler.
  • Welbusol 50mcg Inhaler may cause hypokalemia (low potassium levels in the blood) in some patients, leading to severe heart disease, so Welbusol 50mcg Inhaler should be administered cautiously in patients with low potassium levels.
  • Welbusol 50mcg Inhaler 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.
  • Consult your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or if you are a lactating mother before starting Welbusol 50mcg Inhaler.
  • Drive only if you are alert, since Welbusol 50mcg Inhaler may cause dizziness and drowsiness.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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How does the drug interact with Welbusol 50mcg Inhaler:
Taking Welbusol 50mcg Inhaler with levalbuterol may reduce the benefits of both medications.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction, Welbusol 50mcg Inhaler can be taken with Levobunolol if prescribed by the doctor. Do not discontinue the medications without consulting doctor.
How does the drug interact with Welbusol 50mcg Inhaler:
Coadministration of Sotalol and Welbusol 50mcg Inhaler may decrease the bronchodilatory activities of Welbusol 50mcg Inhaler.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Sotalol and Welbusol 50mcg Inhaler, it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
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How does the drug interact with Welbusol 50mcg Inhaler:
Taking Welbusol 50mcg Inhaler with Cocaine may cause irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction, Welbusol 50mcg Inhaler can be taken with Cocaine if prescribed by the doctor. Do not discontinue the medications without consulting doctor.
How does the drug interact with Welbusol 50mcg Inhaler:
When Welbusol 50mcg Inhaler is used in combination with Labetalol, the therapeutic effectiveness of Welbusol 50mcg Inhaler can be decreased which may lead to low treatment outcomes.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Welbusol 50mcg Inhaler with Labetalol may lead to an interaction, but can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. However, if you experience any unusual symptoms, consult the doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Welbusol 50mcg Inhaler:
Coadministration of propranolol and Welbusol 50mcg Inhaler can increase the risk of breathing problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between propranolol and Welbusol 50mcg Inhaler, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience any unusual symptoms contact your doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
How does the drug interact with Welbusol 50mcg Inhaler:
Coadministration of Carvedilol and Welbusol 50mcg Inhaler may reduce the effects of both medications.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Welbusol 50mcg Inhaler and Carvedilol, it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. 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 foods, dried fruits, fried foods, carbonated drinks, wine, and bottled lemon and lime juice, as they 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 Welbusol 50mcg Inhaler 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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BRONCHODILATOR
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Alcohol

Caution

Avoid drinking alcohol while taking Welbusol 50mcg Inhaler as it can worsen your sleepiness/dizziness.

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Pregnancy

Consult your doctor

The safety of Welbusol 50mcg Inhaler in pregnant women is unknown. Please consult your doctor if you are planning to become pregnant or already pregnant before starting Welbusol 50mcg Inhaler.

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Breast Feeding

Consult your doctor

There is limited data on how Welbusol 50mcg Inhaler affects breastfeeding. Please consult your doctor before starting Welbusol 50mcg Inhaler.

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Driving

Caution

Welbusol 50mcg Inhaler may cause drowsiness and sleepiness. Do not drive or operate machinery unless you are alert.

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Liver

Caution

Welbusol 50mcg Inhaler 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 Welbusol 50mcg Inhaler.

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Kidney

Caution

Welbusol 50mcg Inhaler should be used with caution in patients with kidney diseases. If you have a history of kidney diseases, let your doctor know. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing Welbusol 50mcg Inhaler.

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Children

Caution

Welbusol 50mcg Inhaler is recommended for children only with a doctor's advice. Your doctor may have to adjust the dose depending on the child's condition and age.

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Welbusol 50mcg Inhaler is used to treat bronchospasm and symptoms of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). It helps to relieve symptoms like coughing, wheezing and shortness of breath.

Welbusol 50mcg Inhaler works by relaxing the muscles in the airways and increasing airflow to the lungs.

Welbusol 50mcg Inhaler may cause central nervous system stimulation; hence, Welbusol 50mcg Inhaler should be used cautiously if prescribed by the doctor for use in patients with seizures, as it might worsen the condition.

Welbusol 50mcg Inhaler 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.

After using Welbusol 50mcg Inhaler, you may experience headaches and shakiness. Drink plenty of water and rest to manage your headache. Shakiness goes away gradually. Consult your doctor if these symptoms persist longer.

Welbusol 50mcg Inhaler can cause hypokalaemia in some patients, leading to cardiovascular effects. Please consult your doctor before taking Welbusol 50mcg Inhaler if you are a hypokalaemia patient or are more susceptible to it.

Bronchodilators like Welbusol 50mcg Inhaler may cause rapid and irregular heartbeat, changes in blood pressure, and changes in electrocardiogram (ECG). Please seek medical advice before using Welbusol 50mcg Inhaler if you are a heart disease patient.

Bronchodilators like Welbusol 50mcg Inhaler 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, or diabetes.

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India
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