Clenbuterol
Uses of Clenbuterol
Clenbuterol is commonly used in the treatment of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
How Clenbuterol Works
Clenbuterol functions as a selective beta2-adrenergic agonist, stimulating beta2-adrenergic receptors in the lungs, which leads to bronchodilation. This action relaxes the smooth muscles in the airways, thereby easing breathing difficulties.
Side Effects of Clenbuterol
Fine tremor of skeletal muscle, Palpitations, Increased heart rate , nervous tension, Headaches, peripheral vasodilatation, muscle cramps, Potassium Deficiency, Hypersensitivity reactions
Warnings
Kidney Limited Data
Clenbuterol should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease as there is no known information regarding the safety. Please consult your doctor.
Alcohol Safe
It is safe to consume alcohol with Clenbuterol as there is no known drug interactions.
Pregnancy Limited Data
Clenbuterol may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. There is limited data on the reproductive toxicity of Clenbuterol in animals or pregnant humans.
Driving Not advisable
Clenbuterol may cause side effects such as dizziness which could affect your ability to concentrate and drive.
Liver Use With Care
There is no information regarding the safety of Clenbuterol in patients with liver disease.
Lactation Not Advisable
Clenbuterol is found to be excreted in human milk during lactation. Therefore, it should not be given during lactation.
Written by Dr Sri Viknarajan, MD (Universiti Hasanuddin, Indonesia)
Reviewed by Dr Nur Syuhada binti Zulkifli, MD, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM).
