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Last Updated Oct 9, 2024 | 12:40 PM IST
Ventorlin CR 8 mg Capsule is used to treat asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). It helps to relieve symptoms like coughing, wheezing and shortness of breath. It contains Salbutamol, which relaxes the muscles in the airways and increases airflow to the lungs. It makes breathing easier by widening the airways. It may cause common side effects such as nausea, vomiting, restlessness, tremor (shakiness), headache, muscle tightness, dryness or soreness of the throat, dizziness, sleepiness, palpitations (irregular heartbeat), nasal congestion (stuffy nose), cough, and increased heart rate. Before taking 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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Composition

SALBUTAMOL-8MG

Consume Type

ORAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Apr-26

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About Ventorlin CR 8 mg Capsule

Ventorlin CR 8 mg Capsule is used to treat asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Ventorlin CR 8 mg Capsule helps to relieve symptoms like coughing, wheezing and shortness of breath. Asthma is a breathing problem in which airways narrow, swell and produce extra mucus, leading to difficulty breathing. COPD is a group of lung diseases with emphysema (shortness of breath) and chronic bronchitis (inflammation of the lining of your bronchial tubes).

Ventorlin CR 8 mg Capsule contains 'Salbutamol,' which is a β₂ adrenergic receptor agonist. It relaxes the muscles in the airways and increases airflow to the lungs. Ventorlin CR 8 mg Capsule makes breathing easier by widening the airways.

Your doctor will advise on how often you take Ventorlin CR 8 mg Capsule based on your medical condition. The common side effects of Ventorlin CR 8 mg Capsule include nausea, vomiting, restlessness, tremor (shakiness), headache, muscle tightness, dryness or soreness of the throat, dizziness, sleepiness, palpitations (irregular heartbeat), nasal congestion (stuffy nose), cough, and increased heart rate. Most of these side effects of Ventorlin CR 8 mg Capsule do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, please seek medical help.

Brief your medical history if you have any heart, liver or kidney diseases, hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid), stomach ulcer, seizure (fits), high blood pressure and diabetes before taking Ventorlin CR 8 mg Capsule . Bronchodilators like Ventorlin CR 8 mg Capsule can cause a rise in blood sugar levels. Hence, diabetic patients should monitor their blood glucose levels and use this medicine only with a doctor's advice. Bronchodilators also cause hypokalaemia (low potassium levels in the blood) in some patients, leading to severe heart diseases, so Ventorlin CR 8 mg Capsule should be cautiously administered. Please check with your doctor if you are pregnant, currently breastfeeding, or taking any other prescribed or non-prescribed medicines. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking Ventorlin CR 8 mg Capsule as it can worsen your sleepiness. Try not to stop taking this medicine of your own.

Uses of Ventorlin CR 8 mg Capsule

Treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Asthma, wheezing, breathlessness, and coughing.

Medicinal Benefits

Ventorlin CR 8 mg Capsule is a bronchodilator which contains Salbutamol. It helps treat respiratory problems like asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and chronic bronchitis. It works by relaxing and widening the lungs' airways, making it easier to breathe, especially in asthma and COPD patients. It is generally a long-term treatment.

Directions for Use

Swallow the tablet as a whole with a glass of water. Do not chew, crush or break it.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Ventorlin CR 8 mg Capsule

  • Nausea

  • Vomiting

  • Restlessness

  • Tremor (shakiness)

  • Headache

  • Muscle tightness

  • Dryness or soreness of the throat

  • Dizziness

  • Sleepiness

  • Palpitations (irregular heartbeat)

  • Nasal congestion (stuffy nose)

  • Cough

  • Increased heart rate

Drug Warnings

Inform your doctor beforehand if you have any heart, liver, kidney diseases, hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid), stomach ulcer, seizure (fits), high blood pressure and diabetes before taking Ventorlin CR 8 mg Capsule . Bronchodilators also cause hypokalaemia (low potassium levels in the blood) in some patients leading to severe heart diseases, so Ventorlin CR 8 mg Capsule should be cautiously administered. Also, let your doctor know if you plan to become pregnant or already pregnant and a lactating mother since Ventorlin CR 8 mg Capsule may cause cleft palate and limb defects in new-borns when used by pregnant women. Drinking alcohol can worsen your sleepiness and affect your mental ability when you are being treated with Ventorlin CR 8 mg Capsule .

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: Ventorlin CR 8 mg Capsule may interact with non-selective beta-blocking drugs (propranolol), antidepressants (clomipramine), anti-hypertensive drugs (guanethidine and methyldopa), anti-anxiety drugs (diazepam, lorazepam), blood clot drugs (ticlopidine), gout drugs (allopurinol), heart rhythm drugs (verapamil), hormone problems/birth control drugs (oestrogen, progesterone), immune disorder drugs, anti-seizure drugs (phenobarbital, phenytoin), and stomach acid-reducing drugs (cimetidine).

Drug-Food Interaction: Limit alcohol intake since it may worsen the side effects like sleepiness and shakiness.

Drug-Disease Interaction: Caution and doctor's advice is recommended in conditions like gastric or peptic ulcer, sepsis, hypokalaemia (low potassium in the blood), lactic acidosis (excess acid in the bloodstream), liver/kidney diseases (especially cirrhosis or hepatitis), fluid in the lungs, heart problems, overactive thyroid,  and seizures (fits).

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • PROPRANOLOL
  • CLOMIPRAMINE
  • GUANETHIDINE
  • METHYLDOPA
  • DIAZEPAM
  • LORAZEPAM
  • TICLOPIDINE
  • ALLOPURINOL
  • VERAPAMIL
  • OESTROGEN
  • PROGESTERONE
  • PHENOBARBITAL
  • PHENYTOIN
  • CIMETIDINE

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Take the medication as directed by the doctor and at regular intervals. Do not use other over the counter medications, herbal or vitamin supplements without informing your pharmacist or doctor when you take Ventorlin CR 8 mg Capsule .

  • Know your triggers like allergens, such as pollen, dust and food items that make your asthma severe.

  • Quit smoking and avoid passive smoking. Smoking also reduces the effectiveness of the medicine.

  • Eat a healthy diet and exercise regularly to strengthen your breathing muscles and boost your immune system.

  • Learning breathing exercises will help you move more air in and out of your lungs.

Special Advise

  • Monitor your blood glucose levels regularly since bronchodilators can raise blood sugar levels.

  • Keep a check on your heart condition (if you are heart disease patient) with an ECG if you notice any rapid heartbeat and blood pressure changes.

  • Undergoing a blood examination for your potassium levels in the blood will help rule out the possibility of hypokalaemia.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Asthma: A breathing problem in which airways narrow and swell and may produce extra mucus, which may lead to breathing difficulty and trigger cough, a whistling sound (wheezing) when you breathe out and shortness of breath.

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD): It is a group of progressive lung diseases, most commonly emphysema (shortness of breath) and chronic bronchitis (inflammation and irritation of bronchial tubes). Initially, it may be mild, but in severe cases, it can lead to total blockage of airways and damaging the lungs.

Coughing occurs as a reflex action in the throat when there is mucus or any other foreign irritant in it.

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Alcohol

Unsafe

You are recommended not to consume alcohol along with Ventorlin CR 8 mg Capsule to avoid unpleasant side-effects like drowsiness, dizziness, or sleepiness. It may also lead to a life-threatening condition like coma if taken with excessive alcohol.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Please consult your doctor if you are planning to become pregnant or already pregnant before starting Ventorlin CR 8 mg Capsule .

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Breast Feeding

Caution

There is limited data on how Ventorlin CR 8 mg Capsule affects breastfeeding. Please consult your doctor before starting Ventorlin CR 8 mg Capsule .

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Driving

Unsafe

Ventorlin CR 8 mg Capsule usually causes dizziness, drowsiness, muscle cramps and visual disturbances which may affect their ability to drive or operate machinery. So, do not drive or operate heavy machinery if you feel sleepy or dizzy after taking Ventorlin CR 8 mg Capsule . Tell your doctor if you get these types of side effects.

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Liver

Caution

Ventorlin CR 8 mg Capsule 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 Ventorlin CR 8 mg Capsule .

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Kidney

Caution

Ventorlin CR 8 mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with kidney diseases. Let your doctor know if you have any history of kidney diseases. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing Ventorlin CR 8 mg Capsule .

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Children

Caution

Ventorlin CR 8 mg Capsule is not recommended for children under 2 years of age. However, it can be given to children 2-12 years of age only if the doctor has prescribed it.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

24-25 Floor, One Horizon Center Golf Course Road, DLF Phase 5 Gurgaon 122002, India.
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FAQs

Ventorlin CR 8 mg Capsule is used to treat asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Ventorlin CR 8 mg Capsule helps to relieve symptoms like coughing, wheezing and shortness of breath.
Ventorlin CR 8 mg Capsule contains 'Salbutamol,' a bronchodilator. Ventorlin CR 8 mg Capsule treats asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) by relaxing the muscles in the airways and increasing airflow to the lungs.
Bronchodilators like Ventorlin CR 8 mg Capsule 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, and diabetes.
Bronchodilators 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.
Bronchodilators may cause central nervous system stimulation, hence Ventorlin CR 8 mg Capsule is cautiously recommended for use in seizures as it might worsen your condition.
Ventorlin CR 8 mg Capsule can cause hypokalaemia in some patients leading to cardiovascular effects. Please consult your doctor before taking Ventorlin CR 8 mg Capsule if you are a hypokalaemia patient or more susceptible to it.

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