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• It is significant to use the isoproterenol inhaler properly, so that the medication gets into the lungs. Your doctor may want you to use a spacer with the inhaler. Conversation to your doctor about proper inhaler use.
• Search medical attention if you announcement that you require more than your normal or more than the maximum amount of any asthma medicine in a 24-hour period. An heighten need for medicine could be an early sign of a serious asthma attack.
• Isoproterenol is a bronchodilator. It works by relaxing muscles in the airways to improve breathing.
• Isoproterenol inhalation is used to treat conditions such as asthma, bronchitis, and emphysema.
• Isoproterenol inhalation may also be used for conditions another than those listed in this medicine guide.
• Till using this medicine, speak your doctor if you have
· heart malady or tall blood pressure;
· epilepsy or a seizure disorder;
· diabetes;
· an overactive thyroid (hyperthyroidism); or
· liver or kidney disease.
• You may require a dosage adjustment or particular monitoring during treatment if you have any of the conditions listed above.
• Isoproterenol inhalation is in the FDA pregnancy category C. This means that it is not known whether it will be deleterious to an unborn child. Do not use this medicine without first talking to your doctor if you are pregnant or could become pregnant during treatment.
• It is not known whether isoproterenol passes into breast milk. Do not use isoproterenol inhalation without first talking to your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.
• Use isoproterenol inhalation exactly as directed by your doctor. If you do not understand these directions, ask your pharmacist, nurse, or doctor to explain them to you.
• To use the inhaler:
· Shake the inhaler different times and uncap the mouthpiece. Breathe out fully. Put the mouthpiece of the inhaler or spacer into your mouth. Be certain the mouthpiece is above the tongue and past the teeth. Alternatively, seat the inhaler mouthpiece (not with spacer attached) different inches in front of your open mouth, if directed to do so by your doctor. Take a deep, slow breath as you push down on the canister. Keep your breath for 10 seconds, then exhale slowly.
· If you take more than one doze at a time, wait for at least 1 full minute, then repeat the procedure.
· Hold the inhaler clean and dry. Hold the mouthpiece capped to avoid getting dirt internal it. Clean the inhaler once a day by removing the canister and immersing the mouthpiece in warm water. Let the parts to dry, then reassemble the inhaler.
• To use the solution for nebulization:
· Measure the correct amount of medicine with the dropper provided or select the predesigned number of ampules. Transfer the liquid into the medicine chamber of the nebulizer. If the medicine has a dropper, do not let the dropper to touch any surface including the hands or the chamber of the nebulizer. Dilute the medicine with usual saline if predesigned by your doctor.
· Attach the mouthpiece or person mask to the drug chamber. Then, attach the drug chamber to the compressor. Sit upright, in a suitable position, and put the mouthpiece into the mouth or put the person mask on, covering the nose and mouth. Breathe slowly and evenly before all of the medication has been inhaled (usually 5 to 15 minutes). The treatment is complete when no more mist is formed by the nebulizer and the drug chamber is empty.
· Clean the nebulizer after a treatment as directed by the manufacturer.
• If you also use a steroid inhaler, use the isoproterenol inhaler or nebulization solution first to open up the airways, then use the steroid inhaler as directed.
• It is significant to use the isoproterenol inhaler properly, so that the medication gets into the lungs. Your doctor may want you to use a spacer with the inhaler. Conversation to your doctor about proper inhaler use.
• Search medical attention if you announcement that you require more than your normal or more than the maximum amount of any asthma medicine in a 24-hour period. An heighten need for medicine could be an early sign of a serious asthma attack.
• Carry the inhaler with you at all times in case of emergencies. Store the solution for nebulization at room temperature. Get a refill till you run out of medication and till going on vacation.
• Use the missed doze as soon as you remember. However, if it is nearly time for the following regularly scheduled doze, skip the missed doze and use the following one as directed. Do not use a double doze of this medication.
• Search abnormal medical attention if an overdose is suspected.
• Symptoms of an isoproterenol inhalation overdose may include angina or chest pain, irregular heartbeats or a fluttering heart, seizures, tremor, weakness, headache, nausea, and vomiting.
• Avoid situations that may trigger an asthma onslaught such as exercising in cool, dry air; smoking; breathing in dust; and exposure to allergens such as pet fur.
• If you experience any of the next serious side effects, stop using isoproterenol inhalation and search abnormal medical attention or contact your doctor immediately:
· an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of the throat; swelling of the lips, tongue, or person; or hives); or
· chest pain or an irregular heartbeat.
• Another, smaller serious side effects may be more likely to occur. Continue to use isoproterenol inhalation and conversation to your doctor if you experience
· headache, dizziness, lightheadedness, or insomnia;
· tremor or nervousness;
· sweating;
· nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea; or
· dry mouth.
• Side effects another than those listed here may also occur. Conversation to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome. You may message side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
• Till using this medicine, speak your doctor if you are taking any of the next medicines:
· a beta-blocker such as atenolol (Tenormin), metoprolol (Lopressor, Toprol XL), propranolol (Inderal), and others;
· a tricyclic antidepressant such as amitriptyline (Elavil), doxepin (Sinequan), imipramine (Tofranil), nortriptyline (Pamelor), and others;
· a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) such as isocarboxazid (Marplan), phenelzine (Nardil), or tranylcypromine (Parnate);
· other inhaled bronchodilator; or
· caffeine, diet pills, or decongestants.
• You may not be able to use ipratropium inhalation, or you may require a dosage adjustment or particular monitoring during treatment.
• Drugs another than those listed here may also interact with isoproterenol inhalation or affect your condition. Conversation to your doctor and pharmacist till taking any prescription or over-the-counter medicines, including vitamins, minerals, and herbal products.
• Your pharmacist has additional information about isoproterenol written for health professionals that you may read.
Remember, hold this and all another medicines out of the reach of children, never share your medicines with others, and use this medicine only for the indication prescribed.
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