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Written By Lakshmithulasi Yarragunta ,
Reviewed By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy

Legasp 0.31 mg Respules 5x2.5 ml is used to treat bronchospasm and symptoms of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). It contains Levosalbutamol, also known as levalbuterol, which relaxes the muscles in the airways and increases airflow to the lungs. It may cause common side effects, such as nausea, vomiting, restlessness, headache, dizziness, sleepiness, and nasal congestion (a stuffy nose). Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions.

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Composition :

LEVOSALBUTAMOL-0.31MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Healthgate Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

INHALATION

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About Legasp 0.31 mg Respules 5x2.5 ml

Legasp 0.31 mg Respules 5x2.5 ml is used to treat bronchospasm and symptoms of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). It helps relieve symptoms like coughing, wheezing and shortness of breath.

Legasp 0.31 mg Respules 5x2.5 ml contains 'Levosalbutamol,' a bronchodilator that relaxes the muscles in the airways and increases airflow to the lungs. Thus, it makes breathing easier by widening the airways.

The common side effects of Legasp 0.31 mg Respules 5x2.5 ml include nausea, vomiting, headache, dryness or soreness of the throat, dizziness, sleepiness, and nasal congestion (stuffy nose). Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and typically resolve on their own over time. However, consult your doctor if the side effects are persistent.

Do not use Legasp 0.31 mg Respules 5x2.5 ml if you are allergic to any of its components. Please check with your doctor if you are pregnant, currently breastfeeding, or if you are taking any other prescribed or non-prescribed medicines.

Uses of Legasp 0.31 mg Respules 5x2.5 ml

Legasp 0.31 mg Respules 5x2.5 ml is used to treat asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). The detailed uses of Legasp 0.31 mg Respules 5x2.5 ml are as follows:

  • Asthma Management: Legasp 0.31 mg Respules 5x2.5 ml helps to manage asthma by opening airways and relieving symptoms like wheezing and shortness of breath.
  • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD): Legasp 0.31 mg Respules 5x2.5 ml is used to treat COPD symptoms by improving lung function and relieving chronic cough and breathing difficulties.
  • Prevention of Exercise-Induced Bronchospasm: Legasp 0.31 mg Respules 5x2.5 ml helps prevent exercise-induced bronchospasm, allowing for easier breathing during physical activity.
  • Emergency Asthma Relief: In an acute situation, Legasp 0.31 mg Respules 5x2.5 ml provides quick relief by helping patients breathe easier and regain control.
  • Aids Mucus Clearance: Legasp 0.31 mg Respules 5x2.5 ml helps to thin mucus, making it easier to clear from airways, which improves breathing and respiratory function.

Directions for Use

  • Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication.
  • Check the label for directions and use as advised by the doctor. Twist off the top of the respule and squeeze the solution into the nebuliser. This solution is formulated into a fine mist for inhalation. Inhale the medicine through the nebuliser's mouthpiece.
  • Legasp 0.31 mg Respules 5x2.5 ml is for inhalation only. Do not swallow.

Medicinal Benefits

  • Legasp 0.31 mg Respules 5x2.5 ml is effective in relieving bronchospasm (sudden narrowing of the airways) caused by conditions such as asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
  • It relaxes the muscles of the airways, helping to widen them and making it easier to breathe.
  • Legasp 0.31 mg Respules 5x2.5 ml helps control symptoms like wheezing, chest tightness, and shortness of breath in patients with asthma.
  • It alleviates respiratory symptoms associated with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, including chronic bronchitis and emphysema.
  • Provides fast-acting relief during acute asthma attacks or sudden episodes of breathlessness.
  • By dilating the bronchial passages, Legasp 0.31 mg Respules 5x2.5 ml improves airflow and oxygen delivery to the lungs.

How Legasp 0.31 mg Respules 5x2.5 ml Works

Legasp 0.31 mg Respules 5x2.5 ml contains Levosalbutamol, also known as levalbuterol, a bronchodilator that relaxes the muscles in the airways and increases airflow to the lungs. Thus, it makes breathing easier by widening the airways.

Storage

• Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight.• Keep Legasp 0.31 mg Respules 5x2.5 ml out of reach and sight of children.• Non cold chain - To be stored in cool places at 10ºC to 25ºC or below 30ºC.
Side effects of Legasp 0.31 mg Respules 5x2.5 ml
Here are the steps to manage the medication-triggered Tachycardia (Fast Heart Rate):
  • Contact your doctor immediately if you're experiencing a fast heart rate, palpitations, or other heart-related symptoms. This is crucial to determine whether the symptoms are related to your medication.
  • Your doctor may need to adjust your medication regimen to alleviate the fast heart rate symptoms. This could involve changing the medication, reducing the dosage, or adding new medications to counteract the side effects.
  • Follow your doctor's advice on monitoring your heart rate and blood pressure. This will help track any changes and ensure your heart rate returns normal.
  • If you experience severe symptoms such as chest pain, dizziness, or shortness of breath, seek immediate medical attention. These symptoms can indicate a more serious condition that requires prompt treatment.
  • Muscle cramps can be treated with regular exercise or yoga, which includes mild stretching, which helps strengthen the lower body.
  • Warm baths and gentle massage of the affected parts can help relieve cramps.
  • Avoid strenuous activity and take frequent breaks, as rest is critical.
  • Intake of nutritious food can help strengthen body and mind. A trained nutritionist can help design a balanced diet for strengthening muscles.
  • Speak to your doctor if the pain lasts an extended period. Medical help can be practical in finding a cure for cramps.
Here are the 7 steps to manage Dizziness caused by medication:
  • Inform your doctor about dizziness symptoms. They may adjust your medication regimen or prescribe additional medications to manage symptoms.
  • Follow your doctor's instructions for taking medication, and take it at the same time every day to minimize dizziness.
  • When standing up, do so slowly and carefully to avoid sudden dizziness.
  • Avoid making sudden movements, such as turning or bending quickly, which can exacerbate dizziness.
  • Drink plenty of water throughout the day to stay hydrated and help alleviate dizziness symptoms.
  • If you're feeling dizzy, sit or lie down and rest until the dizziness passes.
  • Track when dizziness occurs and any factors that may trigger it, and share this information with your doctor to help manage symptoms.
  • Lie down or take a nap in dark and quiet room.
  • To avoid dehydration, drink plenty of fluids.
  • In case of mild to moderate migraine, you can take over-the-counter pain relievers like paracetamol or ibuprofen.
  • Apply an ice pack or cool cloth on your forehead.
  • Try relaxation techniques such as yoga, meditation, or deep breathing to reduce stress and relax.
  • Avoid foods and drinks that trigger migraine such as chocolate, alcohol, cheese, caffeine, processed meats, artificial sweeteners and dried fruits.
  • Manage your stress by eating healthy, exercising and a regular sleep schedule.
Here are the steps to manage medication-triggered tremors or involuntary shaking:
  • Notify your doctor immediately if you experience tremors or involuntary shaking after taking medication or adjusting your medication regimen.
  • Your doctor may adjust your medication regimen or recommend alternative techniques like relaxation, meditation, or journaling to alleviate tremor symptoms.
  • Your doctor may direct you to practice stress-reducing techniques, such as deep breathing exercises, yoga, or journaling.
  • Regular physical activity, such as walking or jogging, can help reduce anxiety and alleviate tremor symptoms.
  • Your doctor may recommend lifestyle changes, such as avoiding caffeine, getting enough sleep, and staying hydrated, to help manage tremors.
  • Maintain regular follow-up appointments with your doctor to monitor tremor symptoms and adjust treatment plans as needed.
Here are the steps to manage medication-triggered Nervousness:
  • Tell your doctor immediately if you experience symptoms of Nervousness, such as anxiety, jitteriness, or an increased heart rate, after taking medication or adjusting your medication regimen.
  • Your doctor may adjust your medication regimen to alleviate symptoms of Nervousness. This can include switching to a different medication, reducing the dosage, or temporarily stopping the medication. Your doctor may also recommend alternative techniques like relaxation, mindfulness meditation, or journaling. These techniques can help reduce anxiety and Nervousness.
  • Practice stress-reducing techniques, such as deep breathing exercises, yoga, or journaling, to help manage Nervousness.
  • Engage in regular physical activity, such as walking or jogging, to help reduce anxiety and improve mood.
  • Your doctor may advise considering cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT) or other forms of talk therapy to address underlying anxiety or Nervousness.
  • You should maintain regular follow-up appointments with your doctor to monitor nervousness symptoms, adjust treatment plans as needed, and discuss any concerns or questions.
  • Apply a hot/cold pack to the affected area.
  • Doing gentle exercises can help cope with pain by stretching muscles.
  • Get enough sleep. It helps enhance mood and lower pain sensitivity.
  • Avoid alcohol, smoking and tobacco as they can increase pain.
  • Follow a well-balanced meal.
  • Meditation and massages may also help with pain.

What if I have taken an overdose of Legasp 0.31 mg Respules 5x2.5 ml

Do not use more than the prescribed dose of Legasp 0.31 mg Respules 5x2.5 ml as it may cause overdose. The symptoms of overdose include headache, tremors, chest pain, severe dizziness, pounding/fast/irregular heartbeat, and seizures (fits). If you suspect you have taken an overdose or notice signs of overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Drug Warnings

  • Inform your doctor if you have any heart, liver or kidney diseases, hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid), stomach ulcer, seizures (fits), high blood pressure, and diabetes before using Legasp 0.31 mg Respules 5x2.5 ml.
  • Legasp 0.31 mg Respules 5x2.5 ml may cause hypokalemia (low potassium levels in the blood) in some patients, leading to severe heart disease, so Legasp 0.31 mg Respules 5x2.5 ml should be administered cautiously in patients with low potassium levels.
  • Legasp 0.31 mg Respules 5x2.5 ml can cause a rise in blood glucose levels. Please monitor your blood glucose levels if you have diabetes and inform your doctor so that the dose can be adjusted accordingly.
  • Consult your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or if you are a lactating mother before starting Legasp 0.31 mg Respules 5x2.5 ml.
  • Drive only if you are alert, since Legasp 0.31 mg Respules 5x2.5 ml may cause dizziness and drowsiness.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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LevosalbutamolLabetalol
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LevosalbutamolCocaine
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LevosalbutamolLabetalol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Legasp 0.31 mg Respules 5x2.5 ml:
When Legasp 0.31 mg Respules 5x2.5 ml is used in combination with Labetalol, the therapeutic effectiveness of Legasp 0.31 mg Respules 5x2.5 ml can be decreased which may lead to low treatment outcomes.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Legasp 0.31 mg Respules 5x2.5 ml with Labetalol may lead to an interaction, but can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. However, if you experience any unusual symptoms, consult the doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
LevosalbutamolCocaine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Legasp 0.31 mg Respules 5x2.5 ml:
Taking Legasp 0.31 mg Respules 5x2.5 ml with Cocaine may cause irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction, Legasp 0.31 mg Respules 5x2.5 ml can be taken with Cocaine if prescribed by the doctor. Do not discontinue the medications without consulting doctor.
LevosalbutamolSotalol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Legasp 0.31 mg Respules 5x2.5 ml:
Coadministration of Sotalol and Legasp 0.31 mg Respules 5x2.5 ml may decrease the bronchodilatory activities of Legasp 0.31 mg Respules 5x2.5 ml.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Sotalol and Legasp 0.31 mg Respules 5x2.5 ml, it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
LevosalbutamolLevobunolol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Legasp 0.31 mg Respules 5x2.5 ml:
Taking Legasp 0.31 mg Respules 5x2.5 ml with levalbuterol may reduce the benefits of both medications.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction, Legasp 0.31 mg Respules 5x2.5 ml can be taken with Levobunolol if prescribed by the doctor. Do not discontinue the medications without consulting doctor.
LevosalbutamolCarvedilol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Legasp 0.31 mg Respules 5x2.5 ml:
Coadministration of Carvedilol and Legasp 0.31 mg Respules 5x2.5 ml may reduce the effects of both medications.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Legasp 0.31 mg Respules 5x2.5 ml and Carvedilol, it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
LevosalbutamolPropranolol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Legasp 0.31 mg Respules 5x2.5 ml:
Coadministration of propranolol and Legasp 0.31 mg Respules 5x2.5 ml can increase the risk of breathing problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between propranolol and Legasp 0.31 mg Respules 5x2.5 ml, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience any unusual symptoms contact your doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Eat a healthy diet and exercise regularly to strengthen your breathing muscles and boost your immune system.
  • Avoid foods such as cabbage, beans, garlic, onions, shrimp, pickled foods, dried fruits, fried foods, carbonated drinks, wine, and bottled lemon and lime juice, as they may worsen asthma symptoms.
  • Do meditation, deep breathing, regular exercise, and try progressive muscle relaxation techniques to get relief from stress and reduce the risk of an asthma attack.
  • Quit smoking as it may irritate the lungs, worsening breathing problems.
  • Learn breathing exercises, as they can help you improve airflow in and out of your lungs.

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Alcohol

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The interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

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Pregnancy

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The safety of Legasp 0.31 mg Respules 5x2.5 ml in pregnant women is unknown. Please consult your doctor if you are planning to become pregnant or are already pregnant before starting Legasp 0.31 mg Respules 5x2.5 ml.

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Breast Feeding

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There is limited data on how Legasp 0.31 mg Respules 5x2.5 ml affects breastfeeding. Please consult your doctor before starting Legasp 0.31 mg Respules 5x2.5 ml if you are breastfeeding.

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Driving

Caution

Do not drive or operate machinery if you experience drowsiness or sleepiness while using Legasp 0.31 mg Respules 5x2.5 ml, as it may impair your ability to drive safely.

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Liver

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Legasp 0.31 mg Respules 5x2.5 ml should be used with caution in patients with liver diseases. Please consult your doctor if you have liver problems.

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Kidney

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Legasp 0.31 mg Respules 5x2.5 ml should be used with caution in patients with kidney diseases. If you have a history of kidney disease, please inform your doctor. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing Legasp 0.31 mg Respules 5x2.5 ml.

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Children

Consult your doctor

Legasp 0.31 mg Respules 5x2.5 ml is recommended for children only with a doctor's advice. Your doctor may have to adjust the dose depending on the child's condition and age.

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FAQs

Legasp 0.31 mg Respules 5x2.5 ml is used to treat bronchospasm and symptoms of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). It helps relieve symptoms such as coughing, wheezing, and shortness of breath.

Legasp 0.31 mg Respules 5x2.5 ml works by relaxing the muscles in the airways and increasing airflow to the lungs.

Legasp 0.31 mg Respules 5x2.5 ml may cause central nervous system stimulation; therefore, Legasp 0.31 mg Respules 5x2.5 ml should be used cautiously if prescribed by a doctor for patients with seizures, as it may worsen their condition.

Legasp 0.31 mg Respules 5x2.5 ml can cause a rise in blood glucose levels. Hence, monitor your blood glucose levels if you have diabetes and inform your doctor so that the dose can be adjusted accordingly. Your diabetologist may adjust your insulin dose or prescribe alternative diabetic medication based on your condition.

Bronchodilators like Legasp 0.31 mg Respules 5x2.5 ml may cause a rapid and irregular heartbeat, changes in blood pressure, and alterations in the electrocardiogram (ECG). Please seek medical advice before using Legasp 0.31 mg Respules 5x2.5 ml if you are a heart disease patient.

Bronchodilators like Legasp 0.31 mg Respules 5x2.5 ml should be cautiously used only under a doctor's supervision if you have any heart, liver, kidney diseases, hypokalaemia, hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid), stomach ulcer, seizure (fits), high blood pressure, or diabetes.

The common side effects of Legasp 0.31 mg Respules 5x2.5 ml include nausea, vomiting, restlessness, tremor (shakiness), headache, muscle tightness, dryness or soreness of the throat, dizziness, sleepiness, palpitations (irregular heartbeat), nasal congestion (stuffy nose), and increased heart rate. Most of these side effects of Legasp 0.31 mg Respules 5x2.5 ml do not require medical attention and typically resolve on their own over time. However, if the side effects persist, please seek medical attention.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Sco 10 SF, Swastik Vihar, Mansa Devi Complex, Sector 5, Panchkula, Haryana 134114
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