Terbutaline Sulphate 1.25mg+Ammonium Chloride 60mg+Sodium Citrate 25mg/5mL
Beta-2 adrenergic agonist (bronchodilator)
What it is used for
Cough associated with bronchospasm in children. Clinical selection for Terbutaline Sulphate 1.25mg+Ammonium Chloride 60mg+Sodium Citrate 25mg/5mL should follow culture results where relevant, Kenya STG/EML recommendations, and the current product SmPC. Class context: Beta-2 adrenergic agonist (bronchodilator). Confirm site-specific dose, duration and monitoring before prescribing.
Warnings
Paradoxical bronchospasm. Hypokalaemia with high dose/nebs especially with steroids/diuretics/xanthines. CV disease: tachycardia/arrhythmia risk. Thyrotoxicosis caution.
Possible side effects
[From component Terbutaline sulphate] Tachycardia, skeletal muscle cramp, palpitation, headaches, severe emotional disturbances, resistance after prolonged use, acidosis, GI disturbances, hypokaleamia, sweat
Storage
Store as labelled. Keep out of reach of children.
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