Levopulmin Inhaler 200Mdi

Levopulmin Inhaler is used to manage bronchospasm, which is the sudden tightening of the muscles around your airways that makes breathing difficult.

Uses of Levopulmin Inhaler are:

• Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD): This medicine helps manage bronchospasm in people with COPD who are already using one bronchodilator (a medicine that opens the airways) but still have breathing difficulties and need a second medicine to control their symptoms.

• Asthma: This combination may be used as an adjunct bronchodilator in acute asthma exacerbations when considered appropriate by the doctor. It should not be presented as routine maintenance treatment for asthma unless specifically supported by the product information.

Use Levopulmin Inhaler as follows:

• Shake the inhaler well before each use.

• Remove the mouthpiece cover and hold the inhaler upright.

• Breathe out gently to empty your lungs.

• Place the mouthpiece between your lips and close your lips firmly around it.

• Press down on the canister once while breathing in slowly and deeply through your mouth.

• Hold your breath for about ten seconds to allow the medicine to settle in your lungs.

• If a second puff is prescribed, wait for about one minute before repeating the steps.

• Replace the mouthpiece cover after use.

• Consult your doctor for specific advice on using this inhaler correctly.

Levopulmin Inhaler is administered via oral inhalation.

Levopulmin Inhaler contains two active ingredients that work together to open your airways:

• Ipratropium (20 mcg): This medicine blocks muscarinic receptors on the smooth muscle of your airways. Normally, a chemical messenger called acetylcholine (a substance released by nerves) makes the airway muscles contract and tighten. By blocking the action of acetylcholine at these receptors, ipratropium stops this tightening and allows the airway muscles to relax, which opens up the airways and reduces mucus secretion.

• Levosalbutamol (50 mcg): This medicine stimulates beta-2 adrenergic receptors (special proteins) on the surface of airway muscle cells. When these receptors are activated, they trigger the production of a substance called cyclic AMP inside the cells. The rise in cyclic AMP causes the airway muscles to relax and the airways to open, making breathing easier.

• Store the inhaler as directed by the manufacturer in a cool, dry place.

• Protect it from direct sunlight, heat and frost.

• Do not expose the canister to temperatures above 50 degrees Celsius.

• The canister is pressurised; never puncture, break or burn it, even when empty.

• Keep out of the sight and reach of children.

• Do not use after the expiry date printed on the pack.

• Stay adequately hydrated: Drink enough fluids throughout the day to help manage mouth dryness.

• Avoid respiratory irritants: Stay away from cigarette smoke, strong fumes and other irritants that may worsen breathing symptoms.