Fenoterol
Uses of Fenoterol
Fenoterol is commonly used in the treatment of Exercise Induced Asthma, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
How Fenoterol Works
Fenoterol is a bronchodilator and a direct-acting sympathomimetic agent. It works by selectively acting on B2-receptors.
Side Effects of Fenoterol
Muscle pain, Hypersensitivity, Nervousness, Agitation, Headache, Dizziness, Tremor, Palpitations, Nausea and vomiting, Rash and pruritus
Warnings
Kidney Use With Care
Fenoterol should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Fenoterol may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Alcohol Safe
It is safe to consume alcohol with Fenoterol as there is no known drug interactions.
Pregnancy Safe If Prescribed
Fenoterol may be safe to use during pregnancy. Non clinical data, combined with available experience in humans have shown no evidence of adverse effects of Fenoterol in pregnancy. Please consult your doctor.
Driving Not advisable
Fenoterol may cause side effects such as dizziness, headache, nausea or tremor, all of which could affect your ability to concentrate and drive.
Liver Limited Data
There is no information regarding the safety of using Fenoterol in patients with liver disease.
Lactation Limited Data
Safety precautions must be taken into consideration when Fenoterol is used during lactation.
Written by Dr Sri Viknarajan, MD (Universiti Hasanuddin, Indonesia)
Reviewed by Dr Nur Syuhada binti Zulkifli, MD, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM).
