Levalbuterol : Therapeutic uses, Dosage & Side Effects
Levalbuterol or Levosalbutamol (R-enantiomer of albuterol) is a adrenergic agonist (direct acting), used as Bronchodilator to prevent and treat wheezing and shortness of breath caused by breathing problems (such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease). It is a quick-relief drug.
Dose : 0.63 mg-1.25 mg
Route : Oral inhalation
Plasma Half-life : 3.3–4 hours
Duration of action : 3-4 hours
Bioavailability : ?
Chemical formula : C13H21NO3
IUPAC name : 4-[(1R)-2-(tert-butylamino)-1-hydroxyethyl]- 2-(hydroxymethyl)phenol
Trade name : Xopenex, Aerozest, Arolax, Asmolex L, Brizy, Brodil Levo, Lesal, Levair, Levolin, Levomar, Levostar, Purilin, Purisal, Respira, Salmolin-L, Ventisal L, LevalbuterolHydrochloride Actavis, Levalbuterol Mylan, Aire, Albulair, Asalkar, Levolin, Sanlev, Seramar, Xopenex HFA
Therapeutic uses : Levalbuterol is a racemic drug used to treat asthma and COPD.
Side effects : Adverse effects of Levosalbutamol are as follows:
- Muscle tremors,
- Palpitation,
- Restlessness,
- Nervousness,
- Throat irritation,
- Ankle edema,
- Apprehension,
- Anxiety,
- Tachycardia,
- Arrhythmia,
- Hyperglycemia,
- Hypokalemia,
- Hypomagnesemia.
Contraindications :
For detailed query or in case of uncertainty, Always consult your doctor or pharmacist.
