Written byDr. Adeline Carol PetersBachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) — Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE)
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Overview
Duovent Unit Dose Vials Nebuliser Solution is a solution with Fenoterol hydrobromide declared as its active content. It is supplied in pack sizes of 4ml x10 and 4ml x60.
This is a non-prescription product and can be purchased without a prescription. Only product, safety and handling details are published on this page.
An online consultation with a DoctorOnCall doctor or pharmacist is available for this product, and a registered pharmacist reviews each order before dispatch to Malaysia or Singapore. Follow the directions on the label and on the leaflet inside the pack.
Directions for Use
Duovent Unit Dose Vials must be used only with a nebuliser device as prescribed by the doctor. Each vial is typically opened and the solution added to the nebuliser chamber, sometimes diluted with saline as directed, and inhaled through a mouthpiece or mask over several minutes; it should never be swallowed or injected, and dosing must strictly follow the doctor’s instructions.
Dosage
The dose and frequency of nebulisation will be determined by the doctor based on the severity of symptoms, the patient’s age, and their response to treatment, and may differ between an acute flare-up and regular maintenance use; patients should not increase the frequency of use on their own even if symptoms feel poorly controlled, and should seek urgent medical review instead.
Storage Instructions
Store below 25 degrees Celsius, protected from light, in a cool, dry place, and keep out of reach of children; do not use vials that have changed colour or appear discoloured.
Side Effects
Dry mouth
Cough
Headache
Dizziness
Nausea
Blurred vision
Throat irritation
Mild constipation
Contraindications
Known hypersensitivity to fenoterol, ipratropium, atropine-like compounds, or any other ingredient in the solution
Hypertrophic obstructive cardiomyopathy
Tachyarrhythmias (fast, irregular heart rhythms)
Should be used with particular caution, and only under close medical supervision, in patients with heart disease, uncontrolled hyperthyroidism, or diabetes
Drug / Food Interactions
Other beta-agonist bronchodilators, which may increase the risk of cardiovascular side effects when combined
Beta-blockers, which may reduce the bronchodilator effect of fenoterol
Monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs) or tricyclic antidepressants, which may increase cardiovascular side effects
Other anticholinergic medicines, which may add to ipratropium’s effects
Corticosteroids or diuretics, which combined with fenoterol may increase the risk of low blood potassium
Quick Tips
Use only with a properly functioning nebuliser device as instructed by your doctor
Avoid letting the solution or mist contact the eyes, especially in patients at risk of angle-closure glaucoma
Rinse the mouth after use to reduce dryness and irritation
Seek urgent medical attention if breathlessness worsens despite nebulisation or if you need to use it more often than prescribed
Keep regular follow-up appointments so your doctor can review your asthma or COPD control
This medicine should only be used during pregnancy if prescribed by a doctor after careful evaluation.
Breastfeeding
Limited Data
Limited data on excretion in breast milk. Consult a doctor before use.
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
Duovent Unit Dose Vials Nebuliser Solution is a prescription-only combination bronchodilator intended for doctor-supervised management of asthma and COPD, and ongoing monitoring is important because needing nebulisation more frequently than prescribed can be a sign of worsening disease control that requires urgent medical reassessment rather than simply repeating doses.
Frequently Asked Questions
No. Duovent Unit Dose Vials Nebuliser Solution is a non-prescription product and can be ordered without a prescription. It is still dispensed by a registered pharmacist on DoctorOnCall.
Duovent Unit Dose Vials Nebuliser Solution is a solution containing Fenoterol hydrobromide. The full ingredient list is shown in the Composition or Ingredients section on this page and on the product packaging.
It is supplied in pack sizes of 4ml x10 and 4ml x60. 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 below 25 degrees Celsius, protected from light, in a cool, dry place, and keep out of reach of children; do not use vials that have changed colour or appear discoloured. 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.
Use within the period stated on the packaging and do not use vials after the expiry date printed on the box or vial strip; once a vial is opened, any unused solution should be discarded rather than stored for later use.
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Important Medical Information
💊 Recommended Dosage:
The dose and frequency of nebulisation will be determined by the doctor based on the severity of symptoms, the patient’s age, and their response to treatment, and may differ between an acute flare-up and regular maintenance use; patients should not increase the frequency of use on their own even if symptoms feel poorly controlled, and should seek urgent medical review instead.
🛑 Contraindications (Do not use if):
Known hypersensitivity to fenoterol, ipratropium, atropine-like compounds, or any other ingredient in the solution
Hypertrophic obstructive cardiomyopathy
Tachyarrhythmias (fast, irregular heart rhythms)
Should be used with particular caution, and only under close medical supervision, in patients with heart disease, uncontrolled hyperthyroidism, or diabetes
If you are unsure, please chat with us or consult your doctor.
⚠️ Common Side Effects:
Dry mouth
Cough
Headache
Dizziness
Nausea
Blurred vision
Throat irritation
Mild constipation
Stop taking this medication immediately and consult your doctor if you experience severe allergic reactions or side effects.
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