Fenoterol

Fenoterol is a direct acting sympathomimetic with beta adrenoceptor stimulant and is used as bronchodilator. Fenoterol (HBr) used only in the management of acute episode of asthma. Fenoterol (HBr) relaxes the smooth muscle in the lungs and expands the bronchi (air ways) in lungs and makes the breathing easy.

Brands
Adult Dose
Dose: 0.007 to 0.035 mg/kg
Single Dose: 0.021 (0.021)
Frequency: 6 hourly
Route: Inhalation
Instructions: -
Neonatal
Paedriatic
Dose: 8 ug/kg
Single Dose: 8 (8)
Frequency: 8 hourly
Route: Inhalation
Instructions: Recommended for 6-12 Years of Children
Characteristics
Fenoterol (HBr) is the derivative of Fenoterol. It is of Synthetic origin and belongs to Phenylethanol HBr. It belongs to Beta-2 adrenergic agonist pharmacological group on the basis of mechanism of action and also classified in Analgesics and Anti-inflammatory Agents and Analgesic pharmacological group.The Molecular Weight of Fenoterol is 384.30. Its pKa is 8.5.
Contraindications
Fenoterol is contraindicated in conditions like Eclampsia.
Effects
The severe or irreversible adverse effects of Fenoterol, which give rise to further complications include Flushing, Dizziness, Hives.Fenoterol produces potentially life-threatening effects which include Sudden death, Dysrhythmias. which are responsible for the discontinuation of Fenoterol therapy.The signs and symptoms that are produced after the acute overdosage of Fenoterol include Tachycardia, Hypokalemia, Irritability, Irregularities in heart rhythm.The symptomatic adverse reactions produced by Fenoterol are more or less tolerable and if they become severe, they can be treated symptomatically, these include Headache, Nervousness, Dry mouth, Coughing, Tremor, Trembling, Dry mouth, nervousness, Nervousness.
Indications
Fenoterol is primarily indicated in conditions like Asthma, Bronchitis, Bronchospasm, Labor pains.
Interactions
No data regarding the interactions of Fenoterol was found.
Interfrence
Risks
Drug should not be given to Neonates.If prescribing authority justifies the benefits of the drug against the possible damages he/she should reevaluate them and consult the reference material and previous studies.
Storage
Inhaler Store in a well closed container, Below 25°C. Protect from Sunlight and Heat.
Warnings
Fenoterol should be given with cution in hyperthyroidism,myocardial insufficiency.
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