COPD Articles A-Z
What Is Levalbuterol Used For?
What is levalbuterol used for? The drug is approved to treat asthma and other similar lung problems. This eMedTV Web page describes conditions that levalbuterol may be used for, including off-label uses, and explains its use in children.
What is pirbuterol used for? As this eMedTV article explains, pirbuterol can be used to both treat and prevent asthma attacks in adults and children ages 12 and over. Preventing exercise-induced asthma is among the off-label uses for pirbuterol.
What is terbutaline used for? As this section of the eMedTV library explains, terbutaline is used for the treatment of asthma and emphysema in adults and children ages 12 and older. The drug can also be used "off-label" for treating preterm labor.
Xopenex HFA is a prescription medicine that is used for the prevention and treatment of airway spasms. This eMedTV Web page explains how the Xopenex HFA inhaler works, lists possible side effects that may occur, and describes the effects of the drug.
Using Xopenex HFA while breastfeeding is generally believed to be safe. This section of the eMedTV Web site discusses Xopenex HFA and breastfeeding in more detail and describes the recommendations made by the manufacturer of Xopenex HFA.
Xopenex HFA is a pregnancy Category C medication. This eMedTV page further discusses Xopenex HFA and pregnancy, and describes the problems seen in animal fetuses that were exposed to albuterol (a drug similar to Xopenex HFA) during pregnancy.
To prevent or treat asthma attacks, the recommended Xopenex HFA dosage is two sprays. This part of the eMedTV library contains other Xopenex HFA dosing guidelines and offers information on when and how to use the inhaler.
When medicines like digoxin or certain diuretics are taken with Xopenex HFA, drug interactions may occur. This eMedTV resource lists other drugs that may cause Xopenex HFA interactions and describes the possible effects of these drug interactions.
If you take too much Xopenex HFA, overdose symptoms may include nausea, fatigue, or seizures. This page on the eMedTV Web site lists other signs of a Xopenex HFA overdose and explains what treatment options are available.
Common Xopenex HFA side effects seen in both adults and adolescents include sore throat and dizziness. This eMedTV page also describes side effects that have only been reported in children and lists serious problems that require medical attention.
Xopenex HFA is used for treating and preventing airway spasms in people with asthma or COPD. This eMedTV article discusses Xopenex HFA uses in children and explains how the medication can also be used "off-label" for treating other conditions.
Xopenex HFA Warnings and Precautions
Never puncture a Xopenex HFA canister or keep it near open flame, as the contents are under pressure. This eMedTV article provides other Xopenex HFA warnings and precautions, and describes possible side effects that may occur.
Xopenex HFA is a prescription inhaler that is used for treating airway spasms caused by asthma or COPD. This eMedTV page describes how the drug works and lists possible side effects that may occur. Xopenex HFE is a common misspelling of Xopenex HFA.