Breton2mg
Type:Tablet
Generic Name:Tulobuterol Hydrochloride
Manufacturer:Drug International Ltd.
Price:৳2.50
Indication
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
Adult Dose
Oral Bronchodilation Adult: Initially, 1-2 mg bid, increase to 2 mg tid if necessary.
Child Dose
Oral Bronchodilation Child: 1-6 yr: 0.25-0.5 mg bid, 6-10 yr: 0.5-1 mg bid, 10-14 yr: 1-1.5 mg bid.
Contraindication
Phaeochromocytoma.
Mode of Action
Tulobuterol is a direct-acting sympathomimetic with selective action on ?2-receptors. It is available orally, as a inhaler and as a transdermal patch. It is given as the hydrochloride by mouth and the base as transdermal formulation and inhalation.
Precaution
Hyperthyroidism, myocardial insufficiency, arrhythmias, susceptibility to QT-interval prolongation, hypertension and DM.
Side Effect
Fine tremor of skeletal muscle, palpitations, muscle cramps, tachycardia, nervous tension, headache, peripheral vasodilatation, hypersensitivity reactions.
Interaction
Increased risk of arrhythmia with digoxin. Hypokalaemia with concomitant admin of xanthines, corticosteroids and diuretics.