The popular Ventolin inhaler, made by GSK, was completely unavailable
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Your doctor may increase your dose as needed up to a maximum of 32 mg per day, divided and given 4 times per day
Elderly or patient unusually sensitive to β-adrenergic stimulant drugs Initially 2 mg tds-qds
All other children should be able to tolerate three hours without requiring salbutamol MDI
The right technique will ensure you’re getting the right dose, so you can better manage your symptoms
If you notice any other effects, check with your healthcare professional
It's a rescue inhaler that treats or prevents sudden wheezing or shortness of breath in adults and children at least 4 years old with certain breathing problems, such as asthma
Encourage the child to breathe out and operate the inhaler just after the child starts to breathe in
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VENTOLIN Inhaler (CFC-free) 100 micrograms per metered dose salbutamol, as sulfate (AUST R 62695) This leaflet was prepared on 26 June 2017
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But it can also be inhaled with a device called a nebulizer or taken as a pill or a liquid
Albuterol dosage for children
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The inhaler has a dose counter that keeps track of how many more times you can use it before you need to open a new one
Place the mask over your child’s mouth and nose, ensuring a good seal with the skin around the mouth