Levalbuterol inhalation

Levalbuterol inhalation

What is Levalbuterol Inhalation?

Levalbuterol inhalation is used to treat or prevent asthma attacks in adults and children ages 4 and older.

Levalbuterol inhalation may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Side effects when inhaling Levalbuterol

If necessary, get emergency medical helpSigns of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; Swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Inhaling levalbuterol can cause serious side effects. Call your doctor immediately if you have:

• Wheezing, choking, or other breathing problems after inhaling levalbuterol;

• heart palpitations or fluttering in the chest;

• worsening asthma symptoms; or

• Potassium deficiency - leg cramps, constipation, irregular heartbeat, fluttering in the chest, extreme thirst, increased urination, numbness or tingling, muscle weakness or feeling weak.

Common side effects of levalbuterol inhalation may include:

• dizziness, nervousness, tremors;

• runny nose, sore throat;

• chest pain or tightness, irregular heartbeat;

• Pain; or

• Vomit.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You can report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Warnings

Follow all instructions on the label and packaging of your medicine. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies and any medications you take.

See a doctor if you think your asthma medication isn't working as well.

Before you take this medicine

You should not use Levalbuterol for inhalation if you are allergic to Levalbuterol or Albuterol (Accuneb, ProAir, Proventil, Ventolin).

To make sure levalbuterol is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have:

• heart disease, high blood pressure or heart failure;

• a seizure disorder;

• Diabetes; or

• a thyroid disease.

It is not known whether this medicine will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.

It is not known whether inhalation of levalbuterol passes into breast milk or whether it could affect the breastfed baby. Tell your doctor if you are breast-feeding.

A Levalbuterolinhalershould not be given to children under 4 years of age. Levalbuterol solution in aNebulizershould not be given to children under 6 years of age.

How should I inhale Levalbuterol?

Follow all instructions on your prescription label. Do not use this medicine in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.

Read all patient information, medication guides and instructions for use provided to you. If you have any questions, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Any child who inhales levalbuterol should be supervised by an adult when using this medicine.

Prepare the inhaler device before first use. Pump 4 test sprays into the air, away from your face. Shake the inhaler for at least 5 seconds before each puff. Refill the inhaler if it has not been used for more than 3 days.

How to use the inhaler:

• Shake the canister well before each spraying process.

• Open the inhaler mouthpiece. Exhale completely. Place the mouthpiece in your mouth and close your lips. Inhale slowly while pushing down on the canister. Hold your breath for 10 seconds and then exhale slowly.

• If you use more than one inhalation at the same time, wait at least 1 minute before using the second inhalation and shake the inhaler again.

• Keep your inhaler clean and dry and store it with the cap on the mouthpiece. Clean your inhaler once a week by removing the container and holding the mouthpiece under warm running water for at least 30 seconds. Shake out the excess water and allow the parts to air dry completely before reassembling the inhaler.

Save the Levalbuterolinhalerwith the mouthpiece facing down. Store the inhaler at room temperature and protect it from heat, sunlight or frost. If your inhaler has a dose number indicator on it, throw away the inhaler when the number reads “0” to indicate that all sprays have been used.

Keep the inhaler canister away from open flames or high heat, e.g. B. in a car on a hot day. The canister may explode if it gets too hot. Do not puncture or burn an empty inhaler container.

The concentrated levalbuterol solution is administered using a nebulizer. The concentrate must be mixed with a liquid (diluent) before use. Ask your pharmacist which diluent you should use and where you can buy it. Make sure you understand how to properly mix the medicine and put it into the nebulizer.

How to use the solution with a nebulizer:

• Open the foil pouch and empty the medicine into the nebulizer chamber. Add the correct amount of diluent as directed by your doctor.

• Attach the mouthpiece or face mask and then attach the medication chamber to the compressor.

• Sit upright in a comfortable position. Put the mouthpiece in your mouth or put on the face mask and cover your nose and mouth. Turn on the compressor.

• Breathe in slowly and evenly until the nebulizer stops producing mist and the medication chamber is empty.

• Clean the nebulizer after each use. Follow the cleaning instructions included with your nebulizer.

Do not use the nebulizer solution if it does not appear clear and colorless.

Save the LevalbuterolfocusStore the vials in the protective foil bag at room temperature and away from moisture, heat and light. Store each vial in the foil pouch until you are ready to prepare a dose in the nebulizer.

Each disposable plastic bottle of Levalbuterol concentrate is for single use only. Throw it away after a single use, even if there is still some medicine left in it after you inhale your dose.

Asthma is often treated with a combination of medications. Use all medications as directed by your doctor. Do not change your dosage or medication schedule without your doctor's advice.

Using too much or too often of levalbuterol can cause life-threatening side effects.See a doctor if you think your asthma medication isn't working as well.An increased need for medication could be an early sign of a severe asthma attack.

What happens if I miss a dose?

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for the next scheduled dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.

Use Levalbuterol inhalation regularly to get the most benefit. Get your prescription refilled before you completely run out of medication.

What happens if I overdose?

Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help hotline at 1-800-222-1222.An overdose of levalbuterol can be fatal.

What should I avoid when using Levalbuterol inhalation?

Avoid situations that could worsen your condition, such as: B. Training in cold, dry air; Smoke; inhale dust; and contact with allergens such as animal fur.

What other medications affect levalbuterol inhalation?

Tell your doctor if you have taken an MAO inhibitor in the last 14 days. MAOIs include isocarboxazid, linezolid, methylene blue injection, phenelzine, rasagiline, selegiline, tranylcypromine, and others.

Tell your doctor about all medications you are currently taking and any medications you are taking or stopping, especially:

• any other inhaled medicines used to treat asthma or COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease);

• an antidepressant;

• a diuretic or “water pill”; or

• Medicines to treat heart disease.

This list is not complete. Other medications may interact with levalbuterol, including prescription and over-the-counter medications, vitamins, and herbal products. Not all possible interactions are listed in this medication guide.

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Remember to keep this and all other medicines out of the reach of children, never share your medicines with others, and use this medicine only for the prescribed indication.