Terbutaline Benefits & Uses

Terbutaline is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Bronchitis (Read More - How to Treat Bronchitis at Home: Simple and Effective Remedies)

Terbutaline Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group

Dosage

Terbutaline Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Terbutaline is used -

Moderate

Angina Pectoris
Arrhythimia
Tachycardia

Mild

Cough
Respiratory tract infection
Throat Irritation
Nervousness
Tremor
Headache
Insomnia

Terbutaline Related Warnings

Is the use of Terbutaline safe for pregnant women?

Terbutaline can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Terbutaline, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Terbutaline safe during breastfeeding?

If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Terbutaline. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.

Moderate
What is the effect of Terbutaline on the Kidneys?

Terbutaline may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Terbutaline on the Liver?

The liver can be affected by Terbutaline. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Terbutaline only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Terbutaline on the Heart?

Terbutaline may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Terbutaline with Other Drugs

Terbutaline should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Ephedrine

Dobutamine

Epinephrine

Selegiline

Moderate

Rasagiline

Propranolol

Atenolol

Caffeine

Terbutaline Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Terbutaline unless your doctor advises you to do so -

High Blood Pressure
Hyperthyroidism
Diabetes
Glaucoma

Frequently asked Questions about Terbutaline

Is this Terbutaline habit forming or addictive?

Terbutaline is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Terbutaline will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Terbutaline only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Terbutaline is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Terbutaline Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Terbutaline

Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Terbutaline and food will interact.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Terbutaline

Consumption of alcohol and Terbutaline together may have severe effects on your health.

Severe