Inhalopédia | Inhalers

Class
- Short-acting beta-2 agonist (SABA)
Active ingredient
- Salbutamol (as sulfate)
Device
- Diskus®
Inhalers techniques and maintenance
Age
- 4 +
Typical use
- Asthma
  reliever medication
Asthma management principles
- COPD
  reliever medication
COPD management principles
Marketed strength
- 200 mcg
Number of doses
- 60 doses
Dose indicator
- Yes | Numerical
Usual adult dosage
- 1 inh q 4-6h PRN
  Maximum 8 inh par jour (800 mcg)
Usual pediatric dosage
- 4-17 years
  1 inh q 4h PRN
  Maximum daily dose: 8 inh (800 mcg)
Required inspiratory flow
- > 30 - 60 L/min
  Zero internal resistance (R0)
Inspiratory flows
Public coverage
- NB – NS – PEI – NIHB | Open/Regular Benefit
  QC | Restricted Benefit with criteria
  AB – MN – NL – ON – SK – YT | Not a Benefit
Provincial coverage criteria
Advantages
- No synchronism required
- Simple device
- Precise dose counter
Disadvantages
- Requires a good inspiratory flow which can be reduced during bronchospasm
Side effects

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