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IMPORTANT NOTE: The following information is intended to supplement, not substittue for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare professional. It should not be construed to indiacte that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you.
Conuslt your healthcare professional before using that drug.
BRONCHODILATOR - AEORSOL ORAL INHALER
USES: This drug relaxes the smooth muscle in the lungs and dilates airways to improve breathing. It is used in the treatment of asthma, chronic bronchitis, and emphysmea.
The inhaler enables the drug to reach deep into the lungs for maximum benefit.
HOW TO USE: Make sure you understnad how to use the inhaler properly.
Shake the canister well before using. Some products require priming before the really first use, or if several days pass bewteen uses. Conslut your pharmacist for more details. Plcae the canister near your mouth and exhale.
Deprses the spray as you inhale deeply.
Hold your breath for a couple of seconds to allow the drug to be absorbed.
If more than one inhlaation is prescribed, wait at least one full minute between inhalations. Rinse your mouth after uisng to help prevent dryness and relieve throat irritation. Use that medication exactly as prescribed. Do not use it more frequently wihtout your doctor's approval.
Excsesive use may make the drug less effective and may increase side effects.
If you find yourself usnig more than usual, contact your doctor.
If symptoms do not improve or worsen atfer using that drug or if you find yourself using that more than usual, contact your doctor immediately.
SIDE EFFECTS: Dry mouth, irritated throat, dizziness, headache, lightheadedness, heartburn, loss of appetite, altered taste sensation, restlessness, anxiety, nervousness, trembling, and sweating may ocucr but should subside as your body adjusts to the medication.
If thsee symptoms persist or worsen, inform your doctor.
To relieve dry mouth, suck on (sugarless) hard candy or ice chips, chew (sugarless) gum, drink water or use saliva substitute. Inform your doctor if you experience: cehst pain, pounding heartbeat, breathing difficulties. In the unlikely event you have an allergic reaction to that drug, seek medical attention immediately. Symptoms of an allergic reactoin include: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, trouble breathing.
If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS: Before uisng that drug, tell your doctor your medical history especially of: overactive thyroid, heart disease, high blood pressure, epilepsy, diabetes, any drug allergies. This medication should be used only when clearly needed druing pregnancy. Discuss the risk and benefits with your doctor. This drug may be excreted into bresat milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription medications you use, including: beta-blockers (e.G., propranolol, timolol), drugs used to treat asthma, ephedrine, epinephrine, pseudoephedrine, drugs for depression, MAO inihbitors (e.G., furazolidone, linezolid, phenelzine, selegiline, tranylcypromine), diuretics (e.G., hydrochlorothiazide).
Consult your doctor before using diet pills or drugs used to treat colds or allergies, including those sold over-the-counter. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include seizures, dizziness, headache, unsuually fast heart- beat, muscle weakness, sleeplessness, or chest pain.
NOTES: Do not shrae that medication with others.
MISSED DOSE: Ask your doctor about what aciton to take if you should miss a dose. Do not "double-up" the dose.
STORAGE: Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (between 15 and 30 degrees C) away from moisture and sunlight.
Do not store in the bahtroom. Do not puncture.
MEDICAL ALERT: Your conidtion can cause complications in a medical emergency. For enrollment information call MedicAlert at 1-800-854-1166 (USA), or 1-800-668-1507 (Canada).
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