BronchospasmAdult 2.5 mg 3 times in a 24 hr period during the 1st 1-2 wk, then may be increased to 5 mg 3 times in 24 hr. Childn 0.075 mg/kg 3 times in 24 hr; suitable dosage: >30 kg 1-2 tab 3 times in 24 hr, 20-30 kg ½-1 tab 3 times in 24 hr, 20 kg ¼-½ tab 3 times in 24 hr. Preterm labour After the terbutaline sulfate IV infusion dose, continue w/ oral maintenance therapy 5 mg tid until the end of 36th wk of pregnancy.
Thyrotoxicosis, severe CV disorders eg, ischemic heart disease, tachyarrhythmias or severe heart failure. Additional blood glucose controls in diabetic patients. Acute severe asthma. Risk of serious hypokalemia. Monitor serum K levels. Pregnancy (1st trimester) & lactation. Transient hypoglycemia in newborn preterm infants after maternal treatment.
R03CC03 - terbutaline ; Belongs to the class of adrenergics for systemic use, selective beta-2-adrenoreceptor agonists. Used in the treatment of obstructive airway diseases.
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