Treatment for Asthma

Safety information: Do not use your Ventolin CFC-Free inhaler if you have ever had an allergic reaction to salbutamol or any of the other ingredients in your inhaler. Common side-effects of Ventolin include: Headache, nausea, and mouth or throat irritation. This is not the full list. In a few people, the medicine in Ventolin CFC-Free inhaler may affect their blood potassium levels.

References: 1. GlaxoSmithKline New Zealand Ventolin Data Sheet. GSK NZ; 2021. Available at https://medsafe.govt.nz/profs/datasheet/v/ventolinCFC-freeinh.pdf. 2. Mylan Respigen Data Sheet. Mylan New Zealand; 2019. Available at https://www.medsafe.govt.nz/profs/datasheet/r/respigeninh.pdf 3. REX SalAir Data Sheet. REX Medical; 2017. Available at https://www.medsafe.govt.nz/profs/Datasheet/s/SalAirNoDoseCounterinh.pdf 4. Global Initiative for Asthma (GINA) Report. Global strategy for asthma management and prevention, 2021. Available at: http://www.ginasthma.org/ Accessed March 2022. 5. Pharmac, Pharmaceutical Schedule August 2022.

Ventolin (salbutamol) is available as an alcohol-free and CFC-free inhaler, 100mcg per actuation. Ventolin is a partially funded Prescription Medicine. You will need to pay a part charge for this medicine, which may vary across pharmacies. Ventolin is a short-acting bronchodilator used for the relief of acute asthma symptoms. Use strictly as directed. Do not use Ventolin if you are sensitive to any of the ingredients in the preparation. This medicine has risks and benefits. Tell your doctor: If you feel that the medicine has become less effective or you are using more than usual, have hyperthyroidism, high blood pressure, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, or if you are taking any other medicine or herbal remedy. Side Effects: Headache, nausea, shaky or tense feeling, fast or irregular heartbeat, ‘warm’ feeling (caused by blood vessels expanding under the skin), mouth or throat irritation, shortness of breath or wheezing. If symptoms continue or you have side effects, see your doctor, pharmacist or health care professional. For more information see Ventolin Consumer Medicine Information at www.medsafe.govt.nz. Normal doctor’s charges apply. Ask your doctor if Ventolin is right for you. Trademarks are owned by or licensed to the GSK group of companies. ©2022 GSK group of companies. Marketed by GlaxoSmithKline NZ Limited, Auckland. Adverse events involving GlaxoSmithKline products should be reported to GSK Medical Information on 0800 808 500. TAPS NP18259-PM-NZ-SLB-WCNT-220001. Date of Approval: 09 2022. Date of Expiry: 09 2024.