Metaproterenol Sulfate Tablets

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  • Asthma/COPD

Metaproterenol Sulfate Tablets Generic Name & Formulations

General Description

Metaproterenol sulfate 10mg, 20mg.

Pharmacological Class

Beta-2 agonist.

How Supplied

Inh soln, tabs, syrup—contact supplier.

Metaproterenol Sulfate Tablets Indications

Indications

Asthma. Bronchospasm.

Metaproterenol Sulfate Tablets Dosage and Administration

Adult

20mg 3–4 times daily.

Children

<6yrs: not recommended. 6–9yrs (<60 lbs): 10mg 3–4 times daily. >9yrs (>60 lbs): 20mg 3–4 times daily.

Metaproterenol Sulfate Tablets Contraindications

Contraindications

Arrhythmias associated with tachycardia.

Metaproterenol Sulfate Tablets Boxed Warnings

Not Applicable

Metaproterenol Sulfate Tablets Warnings/Precautions

Warnings/Precautions

Avoid excessive use. Hypertension. Cardiovascular disease. CHF. Hyperthyroidism. Diabetes. Seizure disorders. Pregnancy (Cat.C). Nursing mothers.

Metaproterenol Sulfate Tablets Pharmacokinetics

See Literature

Metaproterenol Sulfate Tablets Interactions

Interactions

Avoid other aerosol β-agonists. Potentiated by sympathomimetics, tricyclics, MAOIs.

Metaproterenol Sulfate Tablets Adverse Reactions

Adverse Reactions

Tachycardia, nervousness, tremor, headache, dizziness, GI upset, hypertension, paradoxical bronchospasm, cough, bad taste.

Metaproterenol Sulfate Tablets Clinical Trials

See Literature

Metaproterenol Sulfate Tablets Note

Not Applicable

Metaproterenol Sulfate Tablets Patient Counseling

See Literature