Terbutaline Overdose

Symptoms of a terbutaline overdose may include a rapid heart rate, dizziness, fatigue, and chest pain. Treating an overdose on terbutaline involves supportive care, which consists of treating the symptoms that occur as a result of the overdose. Some examples of supportive treatment options include fluids through an intravenous line (IV), drugs to reverse the effect of albuterol (such as beta blockers), and other treatments based on complications that occur.

 

An Overview of Terbutaline Overdose

Terbutaline sulfate (Brethine®) is a prescription medication that is used to treat asthma and emphysema. It is part of a group of medications called beta adrenergic agonists. Terbutaline overdose effects will vary depending on a number of factors, including how much terbutaline is taken and whether it is taken with any other medicines, alcohol, street drugs, or a combination of these.
 
If you happen to overdose on terbutaline, seek medical attention immediately.
 

Symptoms of a Terbutaline Overdose

Terbutaline overdose symptoms may include:
 

Treatment for a Terbutaline Overdose

Treatment for a terbutaline overdose involves supportive care, which consists of treating the symptoms that occur as a result of the overdose. For example, supportive treatment options may include:
 
  • Fluids through an intravenous line (IV)
  • Medications to reverse the effect of albuterol (such as beta blockers)
  • Other treatments based on complications that occur.
     
It is important that you seek medical attention immediately if you believe that you may have overdosed on terbutaline.
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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
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