UsesWheezing shortness of breath coughing chest tightness caused by asthma chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD premature labor
Mechanism of ActionTerbutaline belongs to a class of medications called beta agonists. It works by relaxing and opening the airways, making it easier to breathe
DosageSC- The usual dose is 0.25 mg injected into the lateral deltoid area. The total dose within 4 hours should not exceed 0.5 mg
Side EffectsDifficulty in falling asleep &drowsiness Headache Dry mouth Weakness nausea Uncontrollable shaking of a body part sweating dizziness Nervousness
Warnings/PrecautionsThis drug may make you dizzy or drowsy. Do not drive, use machinery, or do any activity that requires alertness until you are sure you can perform such activities safely Limit alcoholic beverages Avoid smoking and smoke prone places Do not use terbutaline if you are allergic to terbutaline or to other drugs such as epinephrine, albuterol Consult your doctor before taking terbutaline if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding