Salmate (Salmeterol)
Brand Name: Salmate
Generic Name: Salmeterol
Manufacturer/Agent: Square Pharmaceuticals
Formulation: inhaler
Strength: 25mcg/puff
Pack size: 1
Trade Price: KES 375.00
Retail Price: @ KES 500.00
Class: Selective Beta-2 Agonists (Respiratory system drugs)
Mechanism of Action:
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Molecular Formulae: C25H37NO4.C11H8O3 = 603.7
Precautions: Thyrotoxicosis. hypersensitivity.
Indications/Uses: Reversible airways blockage; as inhalation formulation.
Interactions: Decreased effect: beta-blockers. increased effect: mao inhibitors, tricyclic antidepressants.
Side Effects: Paradoxical bronchospasm. tremor. palpitations. hypokalaemia. local irritation. cramps. arthralgia. headache. nervousness. pharyngitis. nausea.