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What is Terbutaline and why is it prescribed? Terbutaline is a bronchodilator, prescribed for the prevention and relief of bronchial spasms in asthma. Terbutaline is also used for the relief of bronchial spasm associated with bronchitis and emphysema. If you experience an immediate allergic reaction or a worsening of a bronchial spasm, notify your doctor immediately. How should you take Terbutaline? Follow your doctors directions for taking Terbutaline. The action of Terbutaline may last up to 8 hours. Do not use Terbutaline more frequently than recommended. If you miss a dose take it as soon as you remember. Then take the rest of your medication for that day in evenly spaced doses. Do not take two doses at once. Store Terbutaline at room temperature in a tightly closed container, away from light. Are there any Terbutaline side effects? Terbutaline side effects cannot be anticipated. If any develop or change in intensity, inform your doctor as soon as possible. More common Terbutaline side effects may include chest discomfort, difficulty in breathing, dizziness, drowsiness, fast, fluttery heartbeat, flushed feeling, headache, increased heart rate, nausea, nervousness, pain at injection site, rapid heartbeat, sweating, tremors, vomiting, and weakness. Less common Terbutaline side effects may include anxiety, dry mouth, and muscle cramps. Rare Terbutaline side effects may include inflamed blood vessels. What are the possible food and drug interactions when taking Terbutaline? If Terbutaline is taken with certain other drugs, the effects of either could be increased, decreased, or altered. Be sure to inform your doctor of all the prescription and over the counter medications you are taking. It is especially important to check with your doctor before combining Terbutaline with Antidepressant drugs known as MAO inhibitors (Nardil, Parnate, others), Beta blockers (blood pressure medications such as Inderal and Tenormin), Diuretics (such as Lasix or HydroDIURIL), Other bronchodilators (such as Proventil and Ventolin), or Tricyclic antidepressant drugs (such as Elavil and Tofranil). Are there any special warnings about Terbutaline? When taking Terbutaline, you should not use other asthma medications before checking with your doctor. Only your doctor can determine what is a sufficient amount of time between doses. If you find that Terbutaline is not working, tell your doctor immediately. Consult with your doctor before using Terbutaline if you have diabetes, high blood pressure, or an overactive thyroid gland, or if you have had seizures at any time. Unless you are directed to do so by your doctor, do not take Terbutaline if you have heart disease, especially if you also have an irregular heart rate. |
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