Berotec N
Drug name: Berotec
Active Ingredients:
- Fenoterol hydrobromide
Therapeutic actions: Fenoterol hydrobromide belongs to a group of medications called beta2-adrenomimetics.
Fenoterol hydrobromide exerts a direct sympathomimetic action. In therapeutic doses Fenoterol selectively stimulates beta-2- adrenoreceptors of the bronchi. In high dosages it can stimulate beta1-adrenoreceptors. Fenoterol relaxes the smooth muscle of the bronchi and vessels, prevents the development of bronchoconstrictive reactions caused by histamine, methacholine, allergens. Right after administration Fenoterol blocks the release of bronchoconstrictive inflammatory mediators from the mast cells.
Fenoterol may increase heart rate, enhance myocardial contractility due to acting on β2-adrenoreceptors in the heart.
Feneterol prevents and quickly arrest bronchial asthma attack. The beginning of therapeutic affect occurs in 5 times and lasts 3-5 hours.
Indications: Berotec is indicated in the following conditions:
- Relief of asthma attack
- Prophylaxis of asthma attacks while physical trainings
- Symptomatic treatment of bronchial asthma and chronic obstructive bronchitis
Contraindications and cautions: Berotec should not be used if any if the following conditions:
- Hypertrophic obstructive cardiomyopathy
- Tachyarrhythmia
Individual intolerance to fenoterol
- Pregnancy(1 tremester)
- Children under 4 years of age
Berotec should be used with caution in the following conditions:
- Diabetes
- Recent heart attack
- Severe cardiovascular diseases
- Uncontrolled hypertension
- Hyperthyroidism
- Pheochromocytoma
- Breastfeeding
Adverse effects: There are possible side-effects associated with this medicine that can affect individuals in different ways. If a side effect is stated here, that does not necessarily mean the fact that all people using Berotec will experience it or any other.
The most common side effects include: muscle tremor, nervousness, headache, dizziness, increased heart rate, hypopotassemia.
The less common side effects include: cough, nausea, vomiting, sweating, muscle pain, seizures, high glucose blood levels.
In some cases inflammatory and skin allergic reactions are also possible.
The side effects listed above may not include all of the side effects reported by the drug's manufacturer. For more information about any other possible risks associated with Berotec, please read the information provided with Berotec or consult your doctor or pharmacist.
Interactions: It is important to tell your doctor or pharmacist what medicines you are already taking, including those bought without a prescription and herbal medicines, before you start treatment with Berotec. Similarly, check with your doctor or pharmacist before taking any new medication while taking this one, to ensure that the combination is safe.
- Adrenergic agents
- Anticholinergic agents
- Xanthine derivatives
- Adrenomimetics
- Steoroids
- Diuretics
- Digoxin
- Monoamine oxidase inhibitors
- Tricyclic antidepressants
- Anaesthetics
Additional Information: DO NOT SHARE Berotec with others. DO NOT USE THIS MEDICINE for other health conditions. KEEP THIS PRODUCT, as well as syringes and needles, if needed during treatment, out of the reach of children. Do not reuse needles, syringes, or other materials.
