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Terbutaline

Author:Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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Terbutaline sulphate

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DefinitionThis section has been translated automatically.

β2 sympathomimetic.

Half-lifeThis section has been translated automatically.

3,5 h

IndicationThis section has been translated automatically.

Bronchial asthma, emphysema.

Limited indicationThis section has been translated automatically.

Pregnancy last weeks (inhibition of contractions!), lactation, severe CHD, liver and kidney failure.

Dosage and method of useThis section has been translated automatically.

  • Perorally: 2-3 times/day 2.5-5 mg p.o. or 2 times/day 7.5 mg retard form p.o.
  • Per injectionem: adults ½ Amp. (0.5 ml = 0.25 mg) s.c., in emergencies up to 1 Amp. (1 ml = 0.5 mg) s.c.

Undesirable effectsThis section has been translated automatically.

Allergic reactions, hyperhidrosis, inhibition of contractions, RR drop, angina pectoris, hyperglycaemia, paradoxical bronchospasms, micturition disorders.

InteractionsThis section has been translated automatically.

Halothane intensifies cardiac arrhythmia; if theophylline is taken simultaneously, the antiobstructive effect of theophylline can be enhanced.

ContraindicationThis section has been translated automatically.

Narrow-angle glaucoma, pheochromocytoma.

PreparationsThis section has been translated automatically.

Bricanyl

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer