Manufacturer: Cipla Ltd
Salt Composition : Levosalbutamol(1mg/5ml)
You can take Levolin 1mg Syrup 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.
Levolin 1mg Syrup is generally safe and effective but some common side effects include tremor, headache, palpitation, increased heart rate, and muscle cramps. These side effects are not often dangerous and they should gradually improve as your body gets used to this 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 Levolin 1mg Syrupl, 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’s safe. Also, make sure your doctor knows if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before taking this medicine. Because this medicine can make you feel dizzy or shaky, do not drive, cycle, or use tools or machinery until you feel better. You should not smoke as it causes damage to your lungs and will make your condition worse.
Levolin 1mg Syrup is a bronchodilator. It works by relaxing the muscles in the airways and widens airways. This makes breathing easier.
Levosalbutamol works by relaxing the smooth muscles of airways by acting on specific receptors, thus, provides relief from the symptoms of airway obstruction such as coughing, wheezing, difficulty in breathing, chest tightness.
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 Levolin
Tremors
Headache
Palpitations
Increased heart rate
Muscle cramp
If you are allergic to levosalbutamol or similar medicines
If you are on medications to treat your high blood pressure
If you have a history of vaginal bleeding or bloody discharge during the first 6 months of pregnancy
Levolin 1mg Syrup 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.
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Levolin 1mg Syrup. Please consult your doctor.
Levolin 1mg Syrup is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Use with caution
Below 9years: Contraindicated
Indicated for the management of COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, also known as chronic obstructive lung disease) and asthma.
Some medicines can affect the way levosalbutamol works or this medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.
Especially if you are taking medicines to treat heart problems, psychiatric illnesses, asthma, diabetes or if you are taking medicines like water pills, steroids.
Levosalbutamol should be discontinued for 6 hours before any planned dental procedures or surgeries.
You may experience a rise in blood sugar levels if taken along with antidiabetic medicines. Your doctor may need to adjust the dose of your antidiabetic medicine.
Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Levolin 1mg Syrup may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Store below 30°C
If you miss a dose of Levolin 1mg Syrup, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Levolin 1mg Syrup is used to relieve symptoms of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) such as coughing, wheezing and breathlessness.
It must be taken regularly to help keep the airways open all the time.
Your doctor may regularly monitor your blood potassium levels. Inform your doctor if you notice muscle twitching or weakness, or an irregular heartbeat.
Inform your doctor if you have a history of heart diseases or if you experience headache, or chest pain.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Levolin 1mg Syrup may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Q. How does Levolin 1mg Syrup work?
Levolin 1mg Syrup works by widening the air passages in your lungs so that air can flow into your lungs more freely. For people with asthma, Levolin 1mg Syrup helps to relieve symptoms such as coughing, wheezing and shortness of breath, particularly at night.
Q. How should I take Levolin 1mg Syrup?
Levolin 1mg Syrup should be taken in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Levolin 1mg Syrup can be taken with or without food, preferably at the same time each day to reduce the chances of a missed dose. However, it is advisable to take Levolin 1mg Syrup just before bedtime with a glass of water.
Q. What if I forget to take a dose of Levolin 1mg Syrup?
If you forget a dose of Levolin 1mg Syrup, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next scheduled dose on the prescribed time. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.
Q. What would happen if I take higher than the recommended dose of Levolin 1mg Syrup?
Taking a higher than the recommended dose of Levolin 1mg Syrup may cause seizures, chest pain, nervousness, headache, dry mouth, nausea, dizziness and lack of energy. High doses of Levolin 1mg Syrup 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. Is Levolin 1mg Syrup better than Albuterol?
Both Levolin 1mg Syrup and Albuterol belong to the same class of medicines. and are used for quick relief in symptoms of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) such as wheezing, shortness of breath and coughing. Levolin 1mg Syrup contains the active form of Albuterol known as R-albuterol. On the other hand, Albuterol contains a mixture of equal amounts of R-albuterol (active form) and S-albuterol (inactive form of Albuterol). Levolin 1mg Syrup, being the active form may have lesser side effects when compared to the inactive form.
Q. Is it safe to take Levolin 1mg Syrup if I have heart disease?
Yes, it 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 Levolin 1mg Syrup, seek immediate medical advice.
Q. Being a diabetic, what should I remember while taking Levolin 1mg Syrup?
Levolin 1mg Syrup 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 dose. Consult your doctor if you experience a sudden rise in blood sugar levels.
Q. I have started using Levolin 1mg Syrup and I am experiencing headaches and shakiness. Is this because of Levolin 1mg Syrup and will these go away?
Yes, it could be due to Levolin 1mg Syrup. Feeling shaky is a common side effect of Levolin 1mg Syrup which usually 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. Can I smoke if I have been prescribed Levolin 1mg Syrup?
No, you should not smoke while taking Levolin 1mg Syrup. 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.
