Doxofylline + Salbutamol

Uses

Doxofylline and Salbutamol are used in the treatment of asthma.

How it Works

How Doxofylline and Salbutamol work Doxofylline and Salbutamol is a combination of two medicines.

Side Effects

Common side effects of Doxofylline and Salbutamol include nausea, vomiting, headache, tremors, palpitations, muscle cramps, insomnia (difficulty sleeping), epigastric pain, irritability, tachycardia, extrasystoles, increased respiratory rate, throat irritation, respiratory tract infection, upper respiratory tract infection, cough, arrhythmia (irregular heartbeats), dizziness, decreased potassium levels in the blood, nervousness, weakness, drowsiness, flushing (a sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck, and trunk), and difficulty urinating.

Expert Advice

You have been prescribed Doxofylline + Salbutamol for the treatment of asthma.
It should be taken at the same time each day, preferably in the evening after food.
This medication does not work immediately and should not be used to relieve sudden breathing problems.
Always keep a fast-acting (rescue) inhaler with you.
Your doctor may perform regular blood tests to ensure that you are taking the correct dose.
Your doctor may also monitor your blood potassium levels regularly.
Inform your doctor if you notice muscle twitching, weakness, or an irregular heartbeat.
Do not stop taking the medication without consulting your doctor, even if you feel better.