Salbetol 4mg Tablet is used to relieve symptoms of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary diseases (COPD) such as coughing, wheezing, and breathlessness. It helps in relaxing the muscles of the air passages, thus widening it and making it easier to breathe. You can take Salbetol 4mg Tablet with or without food. The dose will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. Try to take it at the same time each day. It is important to keep taking this medicine until your doctor tells you not to. Use this medicine regularly to get the most benefit from it even if you feel well. This medicine is generally safe however it may cause tremors, headaches, palpitation, fast heart rate, and muscle cramps in some people. These are often not dangerous and should gradually improve as your body gets used to the medicine. There are other, rarer, side effects and you should call your doctor straight away if you get chest pain, a very bad headache, or very bad dizziness. Before using this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you have high blood pressure, an overactive thyroid gland, a history of heart problems, diabetes, or low levels of potassium in your blood to make sure it is safe. Also, make sure your doctor knows if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before taking this medicine. This medicine can make you feel dizzy or shaky so avoid driving, cycling, or using tools or machinery until you feel better. You should not smoke as it causes damage to your lungs and will make your condition worse.

• Headache
• Palpitations
• Increased heart rate
• Muscle cramp

If you miss a dose of Salbetol 4mg Tablet, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.

• Q. Q. What would happen if I take higher than the recommended dose of Salbetol 4mg Tablet??
  Ans: Taking a higher than the recommended dose of Salbetol 4mg Tablet may cause seizures, chest pain, nervousness, headache, dry mouth, nausea, dizziness and lack of energy. High doses of Salbetol 4mg Tablet may also cause fast, irregular or pounding heartbeat, uncontrollable shaking of any part of the body, and difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep. In any such case, seek immediate medical attention.
• Q. Q. Is it safe to take Salbetol 4mg Tablet if I have heart disease??
  Ans: Yes, Salbetol 4mg Tablet is considered safe, but its use depends on the severity of your heart problem. If you experience chest pain or any other symptom of worsening heart disease while taking Salbetol 4mg Tablet, seek immediate medical advice.
• Q. Q. Being a diabetic, what should I remember while taking Salbetol 4mg Tablet??
  Ans: Salbetol 4mg Tablet may cause blood sugar levels to rise. Therefore, your doctor may adjust your dose of insulin or antidiabetic medicines. Keep a regular check on your blood glucose levels and do not miss any appointments. Consult your doctor if you experience a sudden rise in blood sugar levels.
• Q. Q. I have started using Salbetol 4mg Tablet and I am experiencing headaches and shakiness. Is this because of Salbetol 4mg Tablet and will these go away??
  Ans: Yes, it could be due to Salbetol 4mg Tablet. Feeling shaky is a common side effect of Salbetol 4mg Tablet which goes away after some time. For headaches, drink plenty of water, get sufficient rest and avoid alcohol. Usually headaches go away after a week. If they persist for a long time, contact your doctor.
• Q. Q. When should I take Salbetol 4mg Tablet??
  Ans: Use Salbetol 4mg Tablet as and when you need it. Salbetol 4mg Tablet relieves the symptoms of asthma like coughing, shortness of breath and tightness in the chest. You can also take it to prevent asthma attacks in circumstances where you know it may occur (e.g., after strenuous exercise or unavoidable exposure to allergen).
• Q. Q. Can I smoke if I have been prescribed Salbetol 4mg Tablet??
  Ans: No, you should not smoke while taking Salbetol 4mg Tablet. Smoking irritates the lungs. The medicine may make breathing more difficult, especially in patients who have asthma. Take advice from your doctor if you are finding it hard to avoid smoking.

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