Headache, Numbness of head, I cant sleep, nausea and dizziness..

[iambubufly]

I`m 20 years old.. This year is really cold for me, so I always get colds and asthma.. So I bought my usual tablet ventolin.. I always drink One tablet every day but it doesnt work this time so I tried drinking 2 tablets at once. Then I felt better..

The problem, I think it started there, when I drink 2 tablets of ventolin at once, after some days I thought it`s better but then I felt this headache and I can`t sleep.. I also have cough.. I started throwing up but only for a few times, and my asthma keeps coming back, I always feel dizzy when I stand up or after eating.. I also CANT SLEEP. I havent slept for 3 days STRAIGHT! I can`t got to the doctor because I have two kids and noone`s with me. Btw, before the headaches, whenever I wake up in the morning my head is numb. And the back of my neck hurts a lot.. Please help me, I want to know what`s the most possible reason for this..

Thank you.

[Dr Santos]

Hi,
It is important that you stop taking the medication if you feel the symptoms mentioned above and see your doctor for proper evalaution. You may also need a prescription to control your  asthma. You can bring your kids with you when you go to your doctor or have your friends come over while you are away. You really need to have your symptoms checked by your doctor for proper management. Take care and do keep us posted.

[iambubufly]

What if I feel all these?The pain, nausea, fainting, headache, etc? Is it dangerous?
I havent talked to any doctor yet because Im alone and sick, I cant go outside because I have two kids with me..
Thank you.. Im still stuck in calling some of my friends for help..

[Dr Santos]

Hi,
Thanks for the update. Yes,Ventolin is also known to have sleep disturbances or insomnia as an uncommon side effect. ( ref: http://www.drugs.com/ventolin.html). Use only the prescribed dose of this medicine and talk with your doctor about your individual risks and benefits of using Ventolin. An overdose of Ventolin can be fatal. Watch out for   nervousness, headache, tremor, dry mouth, chest pain or heavy feeling, rapid or uneven heart rate, pain spreading to the arm or shoulder, nausea, sweating, dizziness, seizure, feeling light-headed or fainting. Take care always.

[iambubufly]

I still can`t sleep though, is it also the cause why i cant sleep? Im having a really hard time.. And Thank You, It`s a really big help because I wont be able to go to a doctor yet, no until next week.. So, Thank You =)

[Dr Santos]

Hi,
How are you? Headache mouth and throat irritation, tremors and bronchospasm are possible side effects of salbutamol or ventolin. It is possible that your symptoms are related to the increased dosage of this medication. It is best to discontinue it at this time and check with your doctor for proper evaluation. Rest, ice packs and prescription medicine from your doctor may help. Take care and do keep us posted.