Written byDr. Adeline Carol PetersBachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) — Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE)
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Overview
Cipla Asthalin 2.5mg/2.5ml Respules contains Salbutamol 2.5mg per 2.5ml and is presented as a healthcare product. It is supplied in a pack size of 20s.
It is classified as a non-prescription medicine, so no prescription is needed to order it. Under Malaysian rules for medicine information, this page carries product, safety and handling information only.
You can consult a doctor or pharmacist online on DoctorOnCall about this product before or after you order. Every order is checked by a registered pharmacist before it is delivered. Always read the label and the leaflet supplied with the pack.
Directions for Use
Use only with a nebulizer machine as directed by your doctor; twist or snap open the respule as instructed, empty the entire contents into the nebulizer chamber (diluting with saline first only if your doctor has told you to), attach the mouthpiece or mask, and breathe the mist in through the mouth over the recommended time until the chamber is empty. Do not swallow or inject the solution.
Dosage
The typical dose is one 2.5mg/2.5ml respule nebulized as needed, or as prescribed by your doctor, which may adjust the frequency and strength based on the severity of your symptoms; do not exceed the frequency your doctor has advised, and seek urgent medical attention if symptoms do not improve or worsen despite nebulization.
Shelf Life
Cipla Asthalin 2.5mg/2.5ml Respules are generally stable for up to 24 months from manufacture when stored correctly and unopened; check the expiry date on the foil strip or carton, and use each respule immediately once opened, discarding any unused portion.
Storage Instructions
Store the respules below 25°C (or as specified on the packaging), protected from light, in their original foil strip until ready to use, and keep out of reach of children.
Side Effects
Shakiness or tremors
Headache
Increased heart rate
Nervousness or restlessness
Muscle cramps
Dry mouth or throat irritation
Contraindications
Known hypersensitivity to salbutamol or any other ingredient in the solution
Caution required in people with significant heart rhythm problems, uncontrolled heart disease, or thyrotoxicosis
Not for oral or injectable use under any circumstances
Not a substitute for anti-inflammatory (preventer) treatment in persistent asthma; overuse without proper monitoring can mask worsening disease
Caution in people with poorly controlled diabetes, as beta2-agonists can affect blood glucose and potassium
Drug / Food Interactions
Beta-blockers may reduce the effectiveness of salbutamol and can trigger bronchospasm in susceptible individuals
Other bronchodilators or stimulant medicines used together may increase the risk of tremor and palpitations
Diuretics may increase the risk of low blood potassium when combined with salbutamol
Certain antidepressants (MAOIs, tricyclics) may increase cardiovascular side effects
Quick Tips
Use only with a properly maintained nebulizer machine, never take the solution by mouth or by injection
Clean and dry your nebulizer equipment after each use as per the manufacturer’s instructions to prevent contamination
Do not dilute the respule unless your doctor has specifically told you to
Seek urgent medical attention if breathing difficulty does not improve after nebulization
Keep a record of how often you need to use it and share this with your doctor at follow-up
This medicine should only be used during pregnancy if prescribed by a doctor after careful evaluation.
Breastfeeding
Generally Safe
This medicine is generally safe during breastfeeding with minimal risk to the infant.
Kidney
Generally Safe
Generally safe, but caution may be required in some patients.
Liver
Generally Safe
Generally safe, but caution may be required in some patients.
Alcohol
Use With Care
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with this medicine.
Driving
Use With Care
Use caution while driving until you know how this medicine affects you.
Relevant Information
Cipla Asthalin 2.5mg/2.5ml Respules are intended for nebulizer use in the relief of acute or more significant bronchospasm rather than for routine daily control, and increasing or frequent need for nebulization should prompt urgent medical review rather than repeated self-treatment at home.
Frequently Asked Questions
No. Cipla Asthalin 2.5mg/2.5ml Respules is a non-prescription product and can be ordered without a prescription. It is still dispensed by a registered pharmacist on DoctorOnCall.
Cipla Asthalin 2.5mg/2.5ml Respules is a healthcare product containing Salbutamol 2.5mg per 2.5ml. The full ingredient list is shown in the Composition or Ingredients section on this page and on the product packaging.
It is supplied in a pack size of 20s. Choose the pack size you need from the options shown on this page before adding the item to your cart.
This page is limited to product, safety and handling information in line with Malaysian rules on medicine information. If you want advice on whether this product suits you, book an online consultation with a doctor or pharmacist on DoctorOnCall.
Use it exactly as stated on the pack label, without changing the amount or how often you use it. If anything on the label is unclear, check with a pharmacist before the first use, and read the Directions for Use section on this page.
Yes. DoctorOnCall offers online consultations with licensed doctors and registered pharmacists, so you can ask about this product, your existing medicines, or anything on the label before you place an order.
Store the respules below 25°C (or as specified on the packaging), protected from light, in their original foil strip until ready to use, and keep out of reach of children. Keep it in its original pack and do not use it after the expiry date printed on the packaging.
Stop using the product and speak to a doctor or pharmacist about any reaction that concerns you. Seek medical care immediately for signs of a severe reaction such as difficulty breathing, swelling of the face, lips or throat, or a widespread rash. Reported reactions are listed in the Side Effects section on this page.
Within Malaysia, standard delivery takes 3 to 5 working days. Same-day delivery is available in the Klang Valley for orders placed before 12pm; orders placed after 12pm arrive by the end of the next day.
Orders to Singapore are sent as international deliveries and take 5 to 9 working days. A lump-sum shipping and handling fee applies to every overseas delivery and is shown at checkout.
Customers in Malaysia can pay by FPX online banking, credit or debit card (Visa and Mastercard), and supported e-wallets including Touch ‘n Go eWallet, GrabPay and ShopeePay.
FPX and local e-wallets are tied to Malaysian bank and wallet accounts, so if your delivery address is in Singapore, use the payment options displayed at checkout for that address rather than assuming the same list applies.
Yes. DoctorOnCall ships to Singapore as an international order dispatched from Malaysia, arriving in 5 to 9 working days with a lump-sum shipping and handling fee.
Singapore’s Health Sciences Authority (HSA) allows personal imports of up to three months’ supply of a medicine for your own use or an immediate family member’s, as long as it contains no controlled drugs, psychotropic substances or prohibited items. Keep the product in its original labelled packaging and keep a copy of your prescription or doctor’s letter with it. Quantities above three months’ supply, and medicines containing controlled substances, require prior HSA approval.
Products listed on DoctorOnCall are registered with Malaysia’s Ministry of Health for supply in Malaysia, and each pack carries its MAL registration number.
An order delivered to Singapore arrives as a personal import of a Malaysia-registered product; HSA product registration is not required for personal-use quantities, but it is also not the same as a product registered for sale in Singapore. If you need a locally registered Singapore product, buy it from a pharmacy in Singapore.
DoctorOnCall’s customer care team handles order, delivery and product queries through the contact channels on the site, including WhatsApp and the online help centre.
For deliveries to Singapore, allow more time before chasing an order than you would for a local Malaysian delivery, as the parcel passes through customs clearance and tracking updates can appear later in the journey.
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Important Medical Information
💊 Recommended Dosage:
The typical dose is one 2.5mg/2.5ml respule nebulized as needed, or as prescribed by your doctor, which may adjust the frequency and strength based on the severity of your symptoms; do not exceed the frequency your doctor has advised, and seek urgent medical attention if symptoms do not improve or worsen despite nebulization.
🛑 Contraindications (Do not use if):
Known hypersensitivity to salbutamol or any other ingredient in the solution
Caution required in people with significant heart rhythm problems, uncontrolled heart disease, or thyrotoxicosis
Not for oral or injectable use under any circumstances
Not a substitute for anti-inflammatory (preventer) treatment in persistent asthma; overuse without proper monitoring can mask worsening disease
Caution in people with poorly controlled diabetes, as beta2-agonists can affect blood glucose and potassium
If you are unsure, please chat with us or consult your doctor.
⚠️ Common Side Effects:
Shakiness or tremors
Headache
Increased heart rate
Nervousness or restlessness
Muscle cramps
Dry mouth or throat irritation
Stop taking this medication immediately and consult your doctor if you experience severe allergic reactions or side effects.
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