asthacip 2mg tablet - Salbutamol (2mg) medicine

Asthacip 2mg Tablet - Uses, Price, Side Effects

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Salbutamol (2mg)

🏭 Himanshu Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd 📦 Varies by brand 💊 Allopathy 📅 Updated: Aug 23, 2026

📋 Prescription Required 💊 Generic Available

Medically Reviewed

SaathiMed Expert Panel | Aug 23, 2026

What is asthacip 2mg tablet used for?

Asthacip 2mg Tablet contains Salbutamol, a bronchodilator that relaxes muscles in the airways, making breathing easier. It is used to relieve symptoms of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) such as wheezing, shortness of breath, and chest tightness. It works quickly to open air passages and is typically taken as needed or on a regular schedule.

Generic Name: Salbutamol
Manufacturer: Himanshu Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Form: Allopathy
Pregnancy Category: C
Prescription Required: Yes

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💊 asthacip 2mg tablet Uses & Benefits

Bronchial asthma, Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), Reversible airway obstruction

Off-label uses: Hyperkalemia (temporary shift), Premature labor (tocolytic)

📋 Drug Information

Generic Name(s)	Salbutamol
Brand Name	Asthalin Syrup
Manufacturer	Himanshu Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Packaging / Form	Varies by brand (Allopathy)
Therapeutic Class	RESPIRATORY
Action Class	Short acting β2-agonists
Route of Administration	Oral
Storage	Store at room temperature (15-30°C), protect from light and moisture.
Shelf Life	As per manufacturer

🔬 Pharmacology (PK/PD)

Pharmacokinetics

AbsorptionRapidly absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract after oral administration.

DistributionDistributed throughout the body, crosses the placenta and enters breast milk.

Protein BindingApproximately 10% bound to plasma proteins.

MetabolismMetabolized in the liver primarily by sulfation to inactive metabolites.

Half-Life3-6 hours

ExcretionExcreted in urine (60-70% as unchanged drug and metabolites) and feces.

BioavailabilityAbout 50% due to first-pass metabolism.

Onset of Action30 minutes to 1 hour after oral administration.

Peak Plasma Time1-2 hours

Duration of Action4-6 hours

How It Works

Selective beta-2 adrenergic receptor agonist that relaxes bronchial smooth muscle.

Mechanism Steps

1Binds to beta-2 adrenergic receptors on bronchial smooth muscle.

2Activates adenylate cyclase, increasing intracellular cAMP.

3cAMP activates protein kinase A, leading to relaxation of smooth muscle.

💡 How to Take asthacip 2mg tablet

Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.

Dosage Timeline

🌅 Morning ✅ ☀️ Afternoon ❌ 🌆 Evening ✅ 🌙 Night ❌

⚠️ Side Effects of asthacip 2mg tablet

✅ Common Side Effects

Tremor
Headache
Tachycardia
Palpitations
Nervousness

🚨 Serious Side Effects

Arrhythmias
Hypokalemia
Paradoxical bronchospasm
Chest pain

⚠️ Rare Side Effects

Allergic reactions
Seizures
Pulmonary edema

Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.

🔬 Drug Interactions

⚠️ Drug	Severity	Effect
Beta-blockers	Moderate	May reduce bronchodilator effect
Diuretics	Moderate	Increased risk of hypokalemia
MAOIs	Major	Increased risk of hypertensive crisis

🚨 Major Interactions

Non-selective beta-blockers (e.g., propranolol)
MAOIs
Tricyclic antidepressants

⚡ Moderate Interactions

Diuretics
Corticosteroids
Xanthine derivatives (e.g., theophylline)

ℹ️ Minor Interactions

Digoxin
Halogenated anesthetics

🍽️ Food Interactions

No significant food interactions.

🍷 Alcohol Interaction

May increase risk of cardiovascular side effects; avoid excessive alcohol.

🛡️ Safety & Warnings

Liver

Low

Kidney

Low

Heart

Moderate

Pregnancy

Category C

🚫 Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to salbutamol, Tachyarrhythmias, Severe coronary artery disease

📊 Monitoring Parameters

Heart rate, Blood pressure, Serum potassium, Respiratory function

🤱 Lactation Safety

Caution; excreted in breast milk, but unlikely to affect infant at therapeutic doses.

💊 Overdose Management

Supportive care; monitor cardiac function, administer beta-blockers cautiously if severe symptoms.

⏰ Missed Dose

Take as soon as remembered unless near next dose; do not double dose.

👨‍⚕️ Reviewed by Expert

SaathiMed Expert Panel

MD, PhD - Pharmacology

Last reviewed on: Aug 23, 2026

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⭐ User Reviews

Regular Customer Jul 10, 2026

Good quality medicine. Satisfied with the outcome.

Verified User Jul 10, 2026