What is a Salamol Inhaler?
Salamol inhalers are used to quickly relieve asthma symptoms. Asthma affects over 5 million people in the UK by causing inflammation and narrowing of the airways, which makes breathing difficult.
How Salamol Inhalers Work
- They relax the muscles around the airways, helping them open up.
- This eases chest tightness and reduces breathing difficulties during an asthma attack.
Why You Need a Reliable Inhaler
For those with asthma, it is vital to have an inhaler that is current and fully stocked. Keeping an effective inhaler on hand helps manage symptoms and can prevent severe asthma attacks.
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Salamol Inhaler Ingredients
Active Ingredient
The primary active ingredient in the Salamol Inhaler is salbutamol sulfate.
Additional Ingredients
This inhaler formulation also includes the environmentally friendly propellant HFA-134a.
How Does Salamol Inhaler Work?
Salamol inhalers are designed to quickly relieve asthma symptoms by opening up the airways in your lungs. They are known as "reliever" inhalers, which you use when you have symptoms like coughing, wheezing, chest tightness, and shortness of breath. For many people with mild asthma, a reliever inhaler is enough, although some may need both a reliever and a preventer inhaler to manage their condition.
Types of Asthma Inhalers
Preventer Inhalers
- These inhalers usually contain corticosteroids. They are used regularly to lower inflammation in the airways and reduce the risk of an asthma attack.
Reliever Inhalers (Salamol)
- The Salamol inhaler is a salbutamol-based reliever. It works by quickly relaxing the muscles around your airways, making it easier to breathe. You can also use it before exercise or when you know you will be exposed to allergens to help prevent symptoms.
Salamol Inhaler Variants
Accuhaler Variant
- A plastic device containing a strip of 60 blisters. Each blister provides a 200mcg dose of microfine salbutamol combined with lactose.
Evohaler Variant
- A pressurized metal device that delivers 100mcg of salbutamol per puff. It uses HFA-134a as a propellant, which is more eco-friendly than older alternatives. The Evohaler variant is more commonly used.
How Salbutamol Works
Salbutamol is a short-acting beta-2 agonist. When you inhale it, it acts on the beta-2 receptors in your lungs, causing the airway muscles to relax. This action widens the airways and helps relieve asthma symptoms within about five minutes, so you can breathe easier.
How to Use a Salamol Inhaler
Salamol inhalers offer fast relief from asthma symptoms. Use them when you feel symptoms coming on or about 20 minutes before exercise or exposure to allergens to help prevent an attack.
Usage Guidelines
- Use the inhaler as soon as you notice asthma symptoms.
- For prevention, take it 20 minutes before exercising or coming into contact with allergens.
- The standard dose is one puff from the Accuhaler variant or two puffs from the Evohaler variant.
- Do not exceed eight puffs in a 24-hour period.
- If you need your reliever inhaler more than three times a week, please consult your GP to assess your asthma control.
Using the Salamol Evohaler
- Remove the cap from the mouthpiece.
- Hold the inhaler upright and shake it well.
- Exhale completely.
- Place the mouthpiece in your mouth.
- Press the top of the canister as you begin to inhale, releasing the medication.
- Remove the inhaler from your mouth.
- Hold your breath for up to 10 seconds.
- Exhale slowly.
Salamol Inhaler Warnings
Please read these warnings carefully to ensure you choose the correct product.
Important Safety Information
- Do not use any Salamol inhaler if you go into early labour.
Before Using Salamol Inhalers, Tell Your Doctor If You Have
- Thyroid issues
- High blood pressure
- A history of heart disease
- An irregular heartbeat
Inform Your Doctor If You Are Taking or Plan to Take
- Xanthines (for example, aminophylline or theophylline)
- Steroids
- Diuretics
- Medicines for arrhythmia
Please read all packaging and the Product Information Leaflet before starting any new medication, and inform your doctor about any other medicines you are taking.
Salamol Inhaler Side Effects
Not everyone experiences side effects when using Salamol inhalers. However, some users may notice:
Common Side Effects
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- Headache
- Mild trembling or shaking
- Cough
- Throat irritation
- Muscle pain
- Muscle cramps
- Chest pain
What to Do If You Experience Side Effects
If you are concerned about any side effects or if the inhaler affects you in any other way, stop using it and consult your doctor or pharmacist.
Salamol Inhaler Drug Interactions
It is important to be aware that some medications may interfere with the effectiveness of your Salamol inhaler. Salamol contains salbutamol, which is used to open your airways during an asthma attack.
Interactions with Non-Selective Beta-Blockers
- Non-selective beta-blockers, such as propranolol, can reduce the effect of salbutamol.
- Taking these drugs together may lessen the relief provided by Salamol and could worsen asthma symptoms.
- For this reason, these medications are generally not prescribed together.
Salamol Inhaler FAQs
What is Salamol Inhaler used for?
Salamol inhalers are fast-acting devices designed to quickly ease asthma symptoms such as coughing, wheezing, and shortness of breath.
How does the Salamol Inhaler work?
It contains salbutamol, which relaxes the muscles in your airways, helping them open up so you can breathe more easily within minutes.
How often should I use the Salamol Inhaler?
Use it as needed during an asthma attack or before exercise and exposure to triggers. If you need it more than three times a week, please consult your doctor.
What are the common side effects of the Salamol Inhaler?
Some people may experience headache, mild trembling, throat irritation, cough, muscle cramps, or chest pain. If these effects worsen, speak with your doctor or pharmacist.
Can the Salamol Inhaler interact with other medications?
Yes, for example, non-selective beta-blockers like propranolol can reduce its effectiveness. Always inform your doctor about all the medications you are taking.
