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Terbutaline Sulfate Generic Name & Formulations
Legal Class
Rx
General Description
Terbutaline sulfate 2.5mg, 5mg; scored tabs.
Pharmacological Class
Beta-2 agonist.
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How Supplied
Contact supplier.
Manufacturer
Terbutaline Sulfate Indications
Indications
Asthma. Chronic bronchitis. Emphysema.
Terbutaline Sulfate Dosage and Administration
Adult
12–15yrs: 2.5mg 3 times daily at 6 hour intervals. >15yrs: 2.5–5mg 3 times daily at 6 hour intervals.
Children
Not recommended.
Terbutaline Sulfate Contraindications
Not Applicable
Terbutaline Sulfate Boxed Warnings
Not Applicable
Terbutaline Sulfate Warnings/Precautions
Warnings/Precautions
Not for management of preterm labor. Avoid excessive use. Diabetes. Cardiac disease. Hypertension. Hyperthyroidism. Seizure disorders. If subject to hypokalemia, monitor potassium. Pregnancy (Cat.B). Nursing mothers.
Terbutaline Sulfate Pharmacokinetics
See Literature
Terbutaline Sulfate Interactions
Interactions
Avoid other sympathomimetics (except aerosol bronchodilators), MAOIs, tricyclics. Antagonized by β-blockers.
Terbutaline Sulfate Adverse Reactions
Adverse Reactions
Tachycardia, palpitations, nervousness, tremor, headache, drowsiness, nausea.
Terbutaline Sulfate Clinical Trials
See Literature
Terbutaline Sulfate Note
Notes
Formerly known under the brand names Brethine, Bricanyl.
Terbutaline Sulfate Patient Counseling
See Literature
