Salbutamol Inhaler 100mcg

What is a Salamol Inhaler?

Salbutamol inhalers are reliever inhalers, often called the “blue” inhaler. They relax tight airways and usually start to ease symptoms within a few minutes, but do not provide long-term prevention. Salamol and Ventolin are brands containing salbutamol. This page is for a standard pressurised inhaler; the breath-actuated Easi-Breathe inhaler uses a different technique. Follow the leaflet for the device supplied.

The Easi-breathe inhaler delivers is activated upon breathing, some people find this easier as they don't need to time their breathing with the press of of their inhaler.

You cannot buy Salbutamol inhalers over the counter in the uk, but you can use our private prescription service, just fill in our free online consultation form which will then be reviewed by our prescriber. If deemed suitable for you a prescription will be generated and your inhaler will be posted to you.

How to buy Salbutamol inhalers online

You can use our online prescription service to buy Salbutamol inhalers online in the UK. We are a regulated GPhC registered pharmacy based in the UK that offers free and next day delivery. Any website that claims to sell Salbutamol inhalers without a prescription is operating illegally and you could be purchasing counterfeit / fake medicine.
Upon completion of your order, our independent prescriber will then review your online assessment. If your assessment is approved, our pharmacy team will then receive a prescription and dispense your order, which will be dispatched the same day using your chosen delivery method.

How Salamol works

Salbutamol is a short–acting beta–2–agonist. It works by relaxing the muscles of the airways into the lungs, which makes it easier to breathe. They work directly on the airways and act very quickly, usually within 5 minutes, but they do not provide long term relief. Long term relief is provided by a preventer inhaler such as Clenil which reduce inflammation in the airways.

How to use a Salbutamol inhaler

Salbutamol is usually ONE or TWO puffs to be inhaled up to four times a day when required. This is either before you do something that causes an attack such as exercise or exposure to an allergen, or when you are having an asthma attack.
You need to make sure you know how to correctly use your inhaler to get the most out of it, it can take a few tries but with practise it will get easier. Before first use, or after a gap in use, test the inhaler exactly as its leaflet explains; the number of test sprays can differ between devices. Take the following steps to correctly use your inhaler:

1. Remove the cap on the mouthpiece
2. Check inside the mouthpiece and make sure it is clear
3. Shake the inhaler well
4. Sit or stand up straight and tilt your chin up
5. Breathe out until your lungs feel empty
6. Place the mouthpiece in your mouth and form a tight seal, do not bite down on the mouthpiece
7. Steadily breathe in through your mouth. At the same time press down on the top of the canister to release a puff of medicine and keep breathing in steadily and deeply until your lungs feel full.
8. Remove the inhaler from your mouth and hold your breath for up to 10 seconds or for as long as feels comfortable
9. If you need to take another puff, wait 30 seconds and repeat the steps
10. After use always replace the cap on your mouthpiece

There is also a video you can watch here on correct inhaler technique.

For routine use, follow your prescription and do not exceed 8 puffs in 24 hours unless your clinician or asthma action plan tells you otherwise.

Use your blue reliever alongside the steroid-containing asthma treatment prescribed for you. If you need it for symptoms more than twice a week, book an asthma review. Needing more than usual or getting less relief can mean your asthma is worsening.

If you are having an asthma attack: sit upright and follow your written asthma action plan. Call 999 if you are getting worse, your reliever is not helping, or you do not have an inhaler. Do not wait for an online order or a routine review.

The standard salbutamol inhaler described here is licensed from age 4. A child's dose and use of a spacer should be directed by their clinician. Follow the leaflet for the device supplied.

Common Salbutamol inhaler technique mistakes

1. Forgetting to prime their inhaler if needed
2. Not checking the mouthpiece for objects
3. Forgetting to shake the inhaler before use
4. Not breathing out before using it
5. Not aiming the inhaler towards the throat
6. Not forming a tight seal around the mouthpiece
7. Breathing in too early or too late
8. Using two puffs right after one another
9. Breathing out too quickly after taking a puff

Spacers

Spacers are tubes that contain a slot for the inhaler on one end and a mouthpiece or mask at the other end. They can make it easier for some people to take their medicine as the medicine builds up in the chamber of the spacer and you can easily breathe it in without needing to get the timing and speed of your breathing right.

Ventolin vs Salamol

Ventolin and Salamol inhalers contain the same active ingredient Salbutamol. They work exactly the same, but a lot of people prefer Ventolin to Salamol.

Salbutamol and pregnancy

Yes you can use your Salamol inhaler while pregnant and it is important to keep your asthma controlled, as uncontrolled asthma could lead to complications with your baby.

Salbutamol and breastfeeding

Yes you can use your Salamol inhaler while breastfeeding.

Salamol vs Steroid inhalers

Use your blue reliever alongside the steroid-containing asthma treatment prescribed for you. If you need it for symptoms more than twice a week, book an asthma review. Needing more than usual or getting less relief can mean your asthma is worsening.

Salbutamol inhaler side effects

As with any medication you take, there is a possibility of side effects occurring. The most common side effects include:

1. Shakes
2. Faster heartbeat
3. Headaches
4. Dry mouth
5. Unpleasant taste
6. Throat irritation
7. Cough

Your side effects should go away as you get used to Salbutamol. Use only the prescribed dose. Speak to your doctor or pharmacist if side effects persist. If you would like to see a full list of side effect please refer to the SPC below or look in the patient information leaflet. Call 999 for chest pain or signs of a serious allergic reaction, such as swelling of the lips, tongue or throat or difficulty breathing.

Who cannot use Salamol

Salbutamol is well tolerated and suitable for most people. However it may not be suitable if you:

1. Have previously had an allergic reaction to Salbutamol

Frequently asked questions

• Can I buy Salbutamol inhalers over the counter?

  No you cannot buy Salbutamol inhalers over the counter in the uk, a private prescription is needed to buy Ventolin.

• How many Salamol puffs can I take in one day?

  Do not exceed more than eight puffs of your Salamol inhaler in a 24 hour period, if you find you need more then eight puffs in a single day, contact your doctor for an asthma review.

• How quickly does Salbutamol work?

  It should work pretty much straight away and the effect should last around 5 hours.

• Are there any long term effects of using a Salbutamol inhaler?

  A salbutamol inhaler may remain part of your treatment, but frequent use needs review. It relieves tight airways and does not treat the underlying inflammation. Keep using your prescribed steroid-containing treatment and arrange regular asthma reviews.

• Is it safe to buy Salbutamol inhalers from your pharmacy?

  We are a General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) registered pharmacy and we source all our pharmaceutical products from reputable wholesalers, the same wholesalers that provide the medicines used to fill NHS prescriptions.
  If you buy them from an unregistered pharmacy you may be wasting your money at best or at worse harm yourself buying and taking fake tablets. Always check to make sure where you are buying them from are registered with the GPhC.

• Does Salbutamol expire?

  Yes, like most medicines has a shelf life and will become less effective if it is left unused. Always check the expiry date of any medicines you are taking before you take them. If you find your medicine has expired, you can post them to us, bring them to us or take them to your nearest pharmacy for safe disposal.

• How should I store my Salamol inhaler?

  Your Salamol inhaler should be stored in a dry area below 30°C and kept out of direct sunlight. Storing the inhaler incorrectly could make it less effective.

• Can I buy Salamol inhalers on amazon?

  No you cannot buy Salamol inhalers on amazon in the uk, as they cannot prescribe one for you.

• Can I drink alcohol while using a Salamol inhaler?

  Yes it is safe to alcohol with using your Salamol inhaler.