TWOHALE
About the product
SALT COMPOSITION
Levosalbutamol (1.25mg) + Ipratropium (500mcg)
STORAGE
Store below 30°C
PRODUCT INTRODUCTION
TWOHALE Respules (2.5ml each) is used for the treatment of chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (a lung disorder in which the flow of air to the lungs is blocked) and acute attack of asthma. It helps in relaxing the muscles of the air passages and making it easier to breathe. It relieves coughing, wheezing and feeling short of breath.
Your doctor will tell you how often you need to use your inhaler. The effect of this medicine may be noticeable after a few days but will only reach its maximum after a few weeks. This medicine must be used regularly to be effective, so go on taking it even if you don’t have any symptoms. That means it’s doing its job. If you stop taking it your COPD may get worse. This medicine should not be used to relieve sudden shortness of breath. If sudden shortness of breath occurs, use your rescue inhaler. To get the benefit from this medicine you need to make sure you get your inhaler technique right, otherwise, it Does not work as well.
The most common side effects are dryness in mouth, shortness of breath, cough, tremor, headache, palpitations, and muscle cramp. If you get there, don’t stop taking it but do talk to your doctor. You can prevent some of these symptoms by rinsing your mouth and throat with water or brushing your teeth after using your inhaler. There are other, rarer side effects which can be serious. Talk to your doctor if you’re worried about them.
Before taking it, you should tell your doctor if you have any kidney or liver diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you. Also tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Uses
- Treatment of Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
- Treatment of acute exacerbation of asthma
- Treatment of acute obstructive disorders
HOW TO USE?
Use this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Twist off the top of the respule/ampules and squeeze all the liquid into the nebulizer. It should be used right away after opening.
HOW DOES IT WORK?
TWOHALE Respules (2.5ml each) is a combination of two medicines: Levosalbutamol and Ipratropium. Levosalbutamol is a bronchodilator while Ipratropium is an anticholinergic. They work by relaxing the muscles in the airways and widen the airways. Together, they make breathing easier.
BENEFITS OF TWOHALE RESPULES
In Treatment of Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
TWOHALE Respules (2.5ml each) is a combination of medicines that helps the airways in your lungs stay open. They work by relaxing the muscles of these airways. This makes it easier for air to get in and out. It will relieve symptoms such as tightness in your chest, shortness of breath, wheezing and coughing and help you carry out your daily activities more easily.
TWOHALE Respules (2.5ml each) is a safe and effective medicine. It usually starts to work within a few minutes and the effects can last up to several hours. Do not stop using it unless you are advised to by your doctor. You need to use your inhaler correctly for it to work properly. If you are not sure, ask your doctor or nurse.
SIDE EFFECTS OF TWOHALE RESPULES
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of TWOHALE
- Dryness in mouth
- Breathlessness
- Cough
- Tremors
- Headache
- Palpitations
- Muscle cramp
SAFETY ADVICE
Alcohol-UNSAFE
TWOHALE Respules (2.5ml each) may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
PregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
TWOHALE Respules (2.5ml each) may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeeding SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
TWOHALE Respules (2.5ml each) is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
No interaction found/established
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established