Metaproterenol tablets
Metaproterenol tablets
What is this medicine?
METAPROTERENOL (met a proe TER e nole) is a bronchodilator. It helps open up the airways in your lungs to make it easier to breathe. This medicine is used to treat and to prevent bronchospasm.
How should I use this medicine?
Take this medicine by mouth with a glass of water. Follow the directions on the prescription label. If this medicine upsets your stomach, take with food or milk. Take your medicine at regular intervals. Do not take your medicine more often than directed. Do not stop taking except on your doctor's advice.
Talk to your pediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in children. While this drug may be prescribed for children as young as 6 years old for selected conditions, precautions do apply.
What side effects may I notice from receiving this medicine?
Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible:
blurred vision
breathing problems
dizziness, drowsiness
fast, irregular heart rate, chest pain
fever, chills
high blood pressure
skin rash, hives
unusual swelling
vomiting
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your doctor or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):
anxious, nervous, tremor
diarrhea
headache
increased sweating
stomach upset, nausea
trouble sleeping
unusually weak or tired
What may interact with this medicine?
Do not take this medicine with any of the following medications:
MAOIs like Carbex, Eldepryl, Marplan, Nardil, and Parnate
procarbazine
This medicine may also interact with the following medications:
medicines for asthma or other breathing problems
medicines for colds
medicines for depression like amitriptyline, desipramine
medicines for irregular heart rate
medicines for heart disease or blood pressure
pimozide
sertindole
stimulants
What if I miss a dose?
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, take only that dose. Do not take double or extra doses.
Where should I keep my medicine?
Keep out of the reach of children.
Store at room temperature between 15 and 30 degrees C (59 and 86 degrees F). Protect from light. Throw away any unused medicine after the expiration date.
What should I tell my health care provider before I take this medicine?
They need to know if you have any of the following conditions:
diabetes
fast, irregular heartbeat
heart disease
high blood pressure
seizures
thyroid disease
an unusual or allergic reaction to metaproterenol, sulfites, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
pregnant or trying to get pregnant
breast-feeding
What should I watch for while using this medicine?
Tell your doctor or health care professional if your symptoms do not improve. Do not take extra doses. If your asthma gets worse while you are using this medicine, call your doctor right away.
Do not treat yourself for coughs, colds or allergies without first checking with your doctor. Some nonprescription medicines may contain ingredients that could be dangerous with this medicine.
Updated:  
July 17, 2018