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Airomir TM

You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional. Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.

Active ingredients: salbutamol

Brand name

(ARTG)

: AIROMIR INHALER salbutamol (as sulfate) 100 microgram/metered dose inhalation aerosol can

What this medicine is used for

(ARTG)

For the relief of bronchospasm in patients with asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, and for acute prophylaxis against exercise-induced asthma or in other situations known to induce bronchospasm.

How to use this medicine

(ARTG)

This medicine contains one component only.

Component :

  • Inhalation, pressurised
  • Inhalation
  • Homogenous creamy-white to greyish-white coloured suspension.

Storage conditions

(ARTG)

  • Store below 30 degrees Celsius
  • Protect from direct sunlight
  • Shelf lifetime is 2 Years.

Do I need a prescription ?

(ARTG)

The packs below are available from a pharmacy without prescription. It is Schedule 3 : Pharmacist Only Medicine.

  • 1 x 100 dose can pack
  • 1 x 200 dose can pack

Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?

(AHT)

For the active ingredient salbutamol

This medicine is generally considered safe during pregnancy if taken as directed. During pregnancy, you should discuss your medicine use with your doctor or pharmacist.

Reporting side effects

You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.

You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems

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