Drug Interactions With Levalbuterol

Drug interactions with levalbuterol may occur with a variety of medications, such as beta blockers, certain diuretics, MAOIs, or tricyclic antidepressants. Some of these interactions can decrease the effectiveness of the medications and may lead to low potassium levels, dangerously low blood pressure, or an irregular heart rhythm. If drug interactions with levalbuterol are a concern, your healthcare provider may adjust your dosages.

 

An Overview of Drug Interactions With Levalbuterol

Levalbuterol hydrochloride (Xopenex®) can potentially interact with a few other medicines. Some of these medicines that may lead to drug interactions with levalbuterol include:
 
  • Beta blockers, such as:
o Bisoprolol (Zebeta®)
o Nadolol (Corgard®)
o Sotalol (Betapace®)
o Timolol (Blocadren®)
  • Certain diuretics, such as:
  • Digoxin (Digitek®, Lanoxin®)
     
  • Monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs), including:
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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
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