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Tulomax 0.5 Transdermal Patch


Product introduction

Tulomax 0.5 Transdermal Patch is used for preventing symptoms of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (a lung disorder in which flow of air to the lung is blocked). It helps in relaxing the muscles of the air passages, thus widening it and making it easier to breathe.

Tulomax 0.5 Transdermal Patch is used to prevent breathing problems due to asthma


Side effects of Tulomax Patch

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Tulomax

  • Tremors
  • Headache
  • Restlessness
  • Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
  • Palpitations
  • Muscle cramp

How to use Tulomax Patch

Use this medicine in dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label before use. Make sure the skin is clean and dry. Remove the protective liner of the patch. Do not touch the sticky side. With sticky side down, place the patch evenly onto the skin.

Safety advice

Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Tulomax 0.5 Transdermal Patch during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Tulomax 0.5 Transdermal Patch during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
No interaction found/established
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established

What if you forget to take Tulomax Patch?

If you miss a dose of Tulomax 0.5 Transdermal Patch, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.\n

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Tulomax 0.5 Transdermal Patch
₹35.0/Patch
Tulo-Touch 0.5mg Patch
Sparsha Pharma International Pvt Ltd
₹40.5/patch
29% costlier

Quick tips

  • Apply tulobuterol transdermal patch once daily on chest, back, or upper arm as per the specified dosage regimen.
  • Before using a transdermal skin patch, clean and dry the application site.
  • Always use new site for patch application to avoid skin irritation.
  • Tell your doctor if you are suffering from diabetes, hypertension (high blood pressure), hyperthyroidism (increased levels of thyroid hormone), atopic dermatitis (skin allergies and inflammation) and heart conditions such as irregular heartbeat and myocardial insufficiency (poor functioning of the heart muscles).
  • Seek medical attention if you experience sudden difficulty in breathing (dyspnea), flushing, swelling of the lips and face (angioedema) and skin rashes (urticaria).
  • Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant or are breastfeeding. 
  • Do not take if you are allergic to tulobuterol or any of its ingredients.
  • Do not take if you are suffering from tumor of the adrenal glands (pheochromocytoma).
  • Do not give to infants less than 6 months of age.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Chlorobenzenes Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
RESPIRATORY
Action Class
Long acting β2-agonists

Patient concerns

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i m suffering from breathing problem cough chest infame . Do tell chronic obstructive pulmonary disease .So tell which medicines should i take to treat this problem.
Dr. Anshum Aneja Arora
Pulmonology
It is less likely you have copd at this age You need detailed check up and spirometry test for same
What is chronic pulmonary thromboembolism?
Dr. Saurabh Arora
Cardiology
U can Google for details
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FAQs

How do you use a transdermal patch?

A transdermal patch is applied to the skin, either on the chest, back, or upper arm. Do not apply Tulomax 0.5 Transdermal Patch to any damaged area of irritated or injured skin. Always apply the patch on a new site to avoid irritating the skin. If you are not sure or have any doubts, ask your doctor.

What does Tulomax 0.5 Transdermal Patch do?

Tulomax 0.5 Transdermal Patch is applied onto the skin, and helps in gradual absorption of the medicine through the skin, and bloodstream. This way, a small quantity of the medicine is consistently delivered to the bloodstream for a longer duration of time. Slowly but surely it improves the symptoms such as respiratory distress caused by airway obstruction of bronchial asthma or Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary disease (COPD).

What are the side effects of Tulomax 0.5 Transdermal Patch?

The most common side effects of Tulomax 0.5 Transdermal Patch are tremor, headache, restlessness, insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), palpitations, and muscle cramps. However, these side effects are usually not bothersome and resolve in some time. If they persist for a longer duration or worry you, consult your doctor.

Is Tulomax 0.5 Transdermal Patch safe?

Tulomax 0.5 Transdermal Patch is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Use it exactly as directed by the doctor to get the most benefit. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.

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References

  1. Drugs.com. Tulobuterol. [Accessed 01 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  2. Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO). [Accessed 01 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link

Marketer details

Name: Hetero Healthcare Limited
Address: S.no: 80-84, Melange towers, PatrikaNagar,Madhapur,Hyderabad. Telangana-500081.
Country of origin: India

MRP
35
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1.0 Patch in 1 packet
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