Tervent 2.5mg

Tablet

Pack Size : 10 Tablet x 1 strip

Generics : Terbutaline Sulphate

Manufacturer : Unimed & Unihealth Manufacturers Ltd.

Best Price * TK 5.00

* Delivery will be done in Dhaka city only.

Alternative Product

Syrup Tervent 100ml Syp. 1.5mg/5ml Unimed & Unihealth Manufacturers Ltd.

Tk 25.00

More Information About - Tervent 2.5mg

Description

Generic Name

Terbutaline Sulphate

Precaution

Patient w/ thyrotoxicosis, HTN, DM, ketoacidosis, CV disorders (e.g. ischaemic heart disease), convulsive disorders, coronary insufficiency or associated arrhythmias. Childn. Pregnancy and lactation. Monitoring Parameters Monitor cardiorespiratory function, serum K and glucose levels; Lactation: Distributed into breast milk, but in amounts generally considered insufficient to affect nursing infants (AAP Committee states compatible with nursing)

Indication

Acute bronchospasm

Contra Indication

Hypersensitivity to sympathomimetics. Any condition of mother or foetus in which prolongation of pregnancy is dangerous.

Dose

N/A

Side Effect

Tachycardia, nervousness, tremor, palpitations, dizziness, headache, nausea, vomiting, anxiety, restlessness, lethargy, drowsiness, weakness, flushes, sweating, chest discomfort, muscle cramps, tinnitus. Rarely, seizures, hypersensitivity vasculitis, elevated liver enzymes. Potentially Fatal: Increased heart rate, transient hyperglycaemia, hypokalaemia, cardiac arrhythmias, pulmonary oedema, myocardial ischaemia.

Pregnancy Category

Name : C

Description

Animal reproduction studies have shown an adverse effect on the fetus and there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in humans, but potential benefits may warrant use of the drug in pregnant women despite potential risks

Mode of Action

Terbutaline is a direct-acting sympathomimetic which relaxes bronchial smooth muscle by selective action on beta2 receptors. It also decreases uterine contractility.

Interaction

Antagonised effects of beta-blockers. Increased risk of hypokaelemia with xanthine derivatives, corticosteriods and diuretics; increased risk of arrhythmias with inhaled anaesthetics, sympathomimetics.

Pregnancy Category Note

Pregnancy Category: C Lactation: Distributed into breast milk, but in amounts generally considered insufficient to affect nursing infants (AAP Committee states compatible with nursing)

Adult Dose

Oral Acute bronchospasm Adult: Initiate at 2.5 mg three/four times daily Maintenance: 5 mg three times daily q6hr while patient is awake; reduce dose to 2.5 mg q6hr Not to exceed 15 mg/Day

Child Dose

Oral Acute bronchospasm Child: <12 years: 0.05 mg/kg three times daily initially; increase PRN, not to exceed 5 mg/day 12-15 years: 2.5 mg PO q6hr 3 times daily; not to exceed 7.5 mg/day >15 years: 5 mg/dose PO q8hr three times daily; reduce dose to 2.5 mg q6hr; not to exceed 15 mg/24hr

Renal Dose

Renal Impairment GFR <50 mL/min: reduce dose by 50% GFR >50mL/min: Dose adjustment not necessary

Administration

May be taken with or without food.

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