Discontinuation of Volmax (salbutamol sulphate) 4mg/8mg tabs

Publisher: London and South East Regional Medicines Information Service

Date published: 16/10/2008 08:46

Generic drug name: salbutamol sulphate

Drug brand name: Volmax 4mg/8mg controlled release tablets

Pharmaceutical manufacturer: Allen & Hanburys

Summary
by: Sheetal Ladva

Volmax 4mg and 8mg controlled release tablets will be discontinued by Allen & Hanburys from the end of October 2008.

Healthcare professionals should ensure that patients on Volmax are transferred to a suitable alternative, of which there are many products. This may require a dose adjustment and frequent monitoring for worsening of symptoms or adverse events.

Further information regarding the discontinuation or switching to alternative products can be obtained from Customer Services on 0800 221 441.

 

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