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- Description - |
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Drugs containing albuterol are prescribed for the prevention andrelief of bronchial spasms that narrow the airway. This especiallyapplies to the treatment of asthma. Some brands of this medication are alsoused for the prevention of bronchial spasm due to exercise. |
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- Common Side Effects - |
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Aggression,agitation,allergic reaction,anxiety,back pain,chest pain or discomfort,chills and fever,coordination problems,cough,decreased appetite,depression,difficulty speaking,diabetes,diarrhea,dizziness,drowsiness,dry mouth and throat,excitement,fluid retention and swelling,flushing,general bodily discomfort,headache,heart palpitations,heartburn,hives,increased appetite,increased blood pressure,increased difficulty breathing,indigestion,irritability,labored breathing,leg cramps,light-headedness,muscle cramps,muscle spasm,nasal inflammation,nausea,nervousness,nightmares,nosebleed,overactivity,rapid heartbeat,rash,respiratory infection or disorder,restlessness,ringing in the ears,shakiness,sleeplessness,slowed movement,stomachache,stuffy nose,sweating,swelling of mouth and throat,taste sensation on inhalation,throat irritation,tooth discoloration,tremors,unusual taste,urinary problems,vomiting,weakness,wheezing |
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Antidepressants classified as MAO inhibitors,such as Nardil and Parnate,and tricyclic antidepressants such as Elavil,Norpramin,Pamelor,and Tofranil.
Beta blockers (heart and blood pressure drugs such as Inderal, Tenormin, and Sectral)
Digoxin (Lanoxin)
Drugs similar to albuterol, such as Alupent, Brethine, Isuprel, and epinephrine
Drugs that lower potassium levels (water pills such as Lasix or HydroDIURIL)
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Schering-Plough Corporation |
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2000 Galloping Hill Road |
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Kenilworth, NJ 07033 |
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USA |
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