PROVENTIL
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IMPORTANT NOTE:
THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION IS INTENDED TO SUPPLEMENT, NOT SUBSTITUTE
FOR, THE EXPERTISE AND JUDGMENT OF YOUR PHYSICIAN, PHARMACIST OR
OTHER HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL. IT SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED TO
INDICATE THAT USE OF THE DRUG IS SAFE, APPROPRIATE, OR EFFECTIVE FOR
YOU. CONSULT YOUR HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL BEFORE USING PROVENTIL.
BRONCHODILATOR - ORAL, INJECTION
COMMON BRAND NAME(S):
Alupent, Brethine, Bricanyl, Isuprel, Metaprel, Proventil,
Sus-Phrine, Ventolin
USES:
PROVENTIL relaxes the smooth muscle in the lungs and dilates airways
to improve breathing. It is used in the treatment of asthma, chronic
bronchitis or emphysema.
HOW TO TAKE PROVENTIL:
Oral medication may be taken with food or milk if stomach upset
occurs. Take PROVENTIL exactly as prescribed. Do not take it more
frequently without your doctor's approval. Excessive use may result
in decreased efficacy and increased side effects.
SIDE EFFECTS:
Dizziness, headache, lightheadedness, heartburn, loss of appetite,
altered taste sensation, restlessness, anxiety, nervousness,
trembling or sweating may occur but should subside as your body
adjust to the medication. If these symptoms persist or worsen,
inform your doctor. Notify your doctor if you experience chest pain,
palpitations, vomiting or breathing difficulties while taking
PROVENTIL. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact
your doctor or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS:
Tell your doctor if you have heart disease, high blood pressure, an
overactive thyroid gland, epilepsy or diabetes. Tell your doctor if
you ever had a bad reaction to bitolterol, ephedrine, epinephrine,
metaproterenol, phenylephrine, phenylpropanolamine, pseudoephedrine,
or terbutaline. Many nonprescription products contain these drugs
(e.g., diet pills and medication for colds and asthma), so check the
labels carefully. Do not take any of these medications without
consulting your doctor (even if you never had a problem taking them
before). Do not allow anyone else to take PROVENTIL. Before you use
PROVENTIL, tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breast-feeding.
PROVENTIL should not be used unless clearly needed if you are
pregnant.
DRUG INTERACTIONS:
Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription drugs you
may use, especially of drugs used for asthma, depression or colds;
and beta-blockers (e.g., atenolol, propranolol). Do not start or
stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
OVERDOSE:
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center
or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include
seizures, fast irregular heart rate, nervousness, dizziness,
fatigue, sleeplessness, headache, tremors, dry mouth, nausea, or
chest pain.
NOTES:
If symptoms do not improve or worsen after taking this medication,
call your doctor immediately.
MISSED DOSE:
If you miss a dose, take as soon as remembered; do not take if it is
almost time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and
resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not "double-up" the
dose to catch up.
STORAGE:
Store at room temperature away from sunlight and moisture.
Your condition can cause complications in a medical emergency. For
information on enrollment call Medic Alert(TM) at 1-800-854-1166. In
Canada call 1-800-668-1507.
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