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Terbutaline Sulfate Injection Generic Name & Formulations
Legal Class
Rx
General Description
Terbutaline sulfate 1mg/mL.
Pharmacological Class
Beta-2 agonist.
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How Supplied
Contact supplier.
Manufacturer
Terbutaline Sulfate Injection Indications
Indications
Asthma. Chronic bronchitis. Emphysema.
Terbutaline Sulfate Injection Dosage and Administration
Adult
0.25mg SC into lateral deltoid area; may repeat after 15–30 minutes; max 0.5mg/4 hours.
Children
Not recommended.
Terbutaline Sulfate Injection Contraindications
Not Applicable
Terbutaline Sulfate Injection Boxed Warnings
Not Applicable
Terbutaline Sulfate Injection 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 Injection Pharmacokinetics
See Literature
Terbutaline Sulfate Injection Interactions
Interactions
Avoid other sympathomimetics (except aerosol bronchodilators), MAOIs, tricyclics. Antagonized by β-blockers.
Terbutaline Sulfate Injection Adverse Reactions
Adverse Reactions
Tachycardia, palpitations, nervousness, tremor, headache, drowsiness, nausea.
Terbutaline Sulfate Injection Clinical Trials
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Terbutaline Sulfate Injection Note
Notes
Formerly known under the brand names Brethine, Bricanyl.
Terbutaline Sulfate Injection Patient Counseling
See Literature
