Hivent EM/Hivent DS/Hivent Plus Dosage/Direction for Use

Hivent EM: Salbutamol (as sulfate) (HIVENT EM) 1 mg/mL Solution for Nebulization is given at a dose of 2.5 to 5 mg via a nebulizer, to be repeated up to 4 times daily or as prescribed by the physician. For faster delivery time, this may be used undiluted. If prolonged delivery time is desired, dilution with an equal amount of 0.9% Sodium Chloride solution may be done. E.g. Salbutamol (as sulfate) (HIVENT EM) 1 mg/mL Solution for Nebulization 2.5 mL diluted in 2.5 mL of 0.9% Sodium Chloride Solution, respectively. Discard any solution left in the nebulizer after each treatment.
Hivent DS: By wet inhalation: 2.5 to 5 mg, may be repeated up to 4x daily. Higher dosing up to 40 mg/kg/day can be given under strict medical supervision in hospital for severe airway obstruction.
Nebule: Ventolin 2.5 mg/2.5 mL: Severe bronchospasm and status asthmaticus: Adult & Pedia initially 1 nebule (2.5 mg) but may be increased to 2 nebules (5 mg) and may be repeated up to QID by nebulizer. If prolonged delivery time is desirable, dilute with normal saline for injection.
Hivent Plus: Children 2-12 years old: 3 drops/kg/dose, maximum 2500 mcg (2.5 mg) of salbutamol every 6-8 hours.
Adults: Acute attacks Treatment: 2.5 mL is sufficient for prompt symptom relief.
5 mL may be required in severe cases where an attack has not been relieved by 2.5 mL or as prescribed by a physician.
Maintenance Treatment: 2.5 mL every 6-8 hours daily or as prescribed by a physician.