Combolin 50mcg/20mcg Inhaler

Quick info

Combolin 50mcg/20mcg Inhaler is used for the treatment of chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (COPD) to relax the muscles of the air passages and make breathing easier. Combolin 50mcg/20mcg Inhaler is a combination of two medicines: Levosalbutamol and Ipratropium. It is used for the treatment of chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (COPD) to relax the muscles of the air passages and make breathing easier. It relieves coughing, wheezing and feeling short of breath. It is for inhalation only and should not be swallowed.

How it works

Combines 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.

Direction of use

Check the label for directions before use. Shake the inhaler. While you are breathing in from mouth, press down on the inhaler one time to release the medication and hold your breath for 10 seconds. Repeat until you have inhaled the number of puffs as suggested by the doctor. Afterwards, rinse your mouth thoroughly with water and spit it out.

Tips

• Combines two medicines to make breathing easier for patients with COPD
• Relaxes the muscles in the airways and widens the airways
• Relieves coughing, wheezing and feeling short of breath
• Dry mouth may occur as a side effect. Frequent mouth rinses, good oral hygiene, increased water intake and sugarless candy may help.
• Gargle with warm water after each inhalation to avoid any fungal infections in your mouth and throat.
• Take the first dose of this medicine under medical supervision as it may cause wheezing or tightening of the airways (bronchospasm) immediately after using.
• Your doctor may regularly monitor your blood potassium level as low oxygen level in the blood (hypoxia) and medicines such as Combolin 50mcg/20mcg Inhaler can lower blood potassium level.