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Metaproterenol Inh Soln Generic Name & Formulations
Legal Class
Rx
General Description
Metaproterenol sulfate 0.4%, 0.6%.
Pharmacological Class
Beta-2 agonist.
How Supplied
Inh soln, tabs, syrup—contact supplier.
Manufacturer
Metaproterenol Inh Soln Indications
Indications
Asthma. Bronchospasm.
Metaproterenol Inh Soln Dosage and Administration
Adult
By intermittent positive pressure breathing apparatus (IPPB): 2.5mL 3–4 times daily, up to every 4 hrs.
Children
Not recommended.
Metaproterenol Inh Soln Contraindications
Contraindications
Arrhythmias associated with tachycardia.
Metaproterenol Inh Soln Boxed Warnings
Not Applicable
Metaproterenol Inh Soln Warnings/Precautions
Warnings/Precautions
Avoid excessive use. Hypertension. Cardiovascular disease. CHF. Hyperthyroidism. Diabetes. Seizure disorders. Pregnancy (Cat.C). Nursing mothers.
Metaproterenol Inh Soln Pharmacokinetics
See Literature
Metaproterenol Inh Soln Interactions
Interactions
Avoid other aerosol β-agonists. Potentiated by sympathomimetics, tricyclics, MAOIs.
Metaproterenol Inh Soln Adverse Reactions
Adverse Reactions
Tachycardia, nervousness, tremor, headache, dizziness, GI upset, hypertension, paradoxical bronchospasm, cough, bad taste.
Metaproterenol Inh Soln Clinical Trials
See Literature
Metaproterenol Inh Soln Note
Not Applicable
Metaproterenol Inh Soln Patient Counseling
See Literature
