VoSpire ER (oral)

VoSpire ER (oral)

VoSpire ER (oral)

Used for VoSpire ER

Albuterol belongs to the family of medicines known as adrenergic bronchodilators. Adrenergic bronchodilators are medicines that open the bronchi (airways) in the lungs. They relieve coughs, wheezing, shortness of breath and difficulty breathing by increasing airflow through the bronchi.

This medicine is only available with a doctor's prescription.

Before using VoSpire ER

When deciding whether to use a medicine, the risks of taking the medicine must be weighed against the benefits it produces. This is a decision that you and your doctor will make. The following should be noted with this medicine:

Allergies

Tell your doctor if you have ever had an unusual or allergic reaction to this medicine or any other medicines. Also tell your doctor if you have other allergies, such as to foods, dyes, preservatives or animals. For over-the-counter products, read the label or package ingredients carefully.

Pediatrics

Studies conducted to date have not shown any pediatric-specific problems that would limit the benefit of albuterol in children 2 years of age and older.

geriatrics

There is no information regarding the relationship between age and the effects of albuterol in geriatric patients. However, older patients are at higher risk of age-related heart problems, which may require caution and dose adjustment in patients receiving albuterol.

Breastfeeding

There are insufficient studies in women to determine the risk to infants when using this drug while breast-feeding. Weigh the potential benefits against the potential risks before taking this medication while breastfeeding.

Drug interactions

Although certain medicines should not be used together at all, in other cases two different medicines can be used together, although interactions may occur. In these cases, your doctor may want to change the dose or other precautions may be necessary. If you are taking this medicine, it is particularly important that your doctor knows whether you are taking any of the medicines listed below. The following interactions were selected for their potential significance and are not necessarily exhaustive.

Using this medicine with any of the following medicines is not usually recommended but may be necessary in some cases. If both medicines are prescribed together, your doctor may change the dose or how often you use one or both medicines.

• Acebutolol
• Amineptin
• Amitriptylin
• Amitriptylinoxid
• Amoxapin
• Atenolol
• Atomoxetin
• Bemetizid
• Bendroflumethiazid
• Benzthiazid
• Betaxolol
• Bisoprolol
• Bumetanid
• Carteolol
• Carvedilol
• Celiprolol
• Chlorthiazid
• Chlorthalidon
• Clomipramin
• Clopamid
• Cyclopenthiazid
• Cyclothiazid
• Desipramin
• Diazoxid
• Dibenzepin
• Digoxin
• Doxepin
• Esmolol
• Ethacrynsäure
• Etozolin
• Furosemid
• Hydrochlorothiazid
• Hydroflumethiazid
• Imipramin
• Indapamid
• Iobenguane I 123
• Isocarboxazid
• Labetalol
• Levalbuterol
• Levobunolol
• Linezolid
• Lofepramin
• Melitracen
• Methacholin
• Methyclothiazid
• Methylenblau
• Metipranolol
• Metolazon
• Metoprolol
• Nadolol
• Nebivolol
• Nortriptylin
• Opipramol
• Oxprenolol
• Ozanimod
• Penbutolol
• Phenelzin
• Pindolol
• Piretanid
• Polythiazid
• Procarbazin
• Propranolol
• Protriptylin
• Quinethazon
• Rasagilin
• Safinamid
• Selegilin
• Sotalol
• Tianeptin
• Timolol
• Torsemid
• Tranylcypromin
• Trichlormethiazid
• Trimipramin
• Xipamid

Interactions with food/tobacco/alcohol

Certain medicines should not be taken during or near food or consumption of certain foods because interactions may occur. Consuming alcohol or tobacco with certain medications can also lead to interactions. Discuss using your medicine with food, alcohol or tobacco with your doctor.

Other medical problems

The presence of other medical problems may affect the use of this medicine. Be sure to tell your doctor if you have any other medical problems, especially:

• Diabetes bzw
• Herz- oder Blutgefäßerkrankung oder
• Herzrhythmusstörungen (z. B. Arrhythmie) oder
• Hypertonie (Bluthochdruck) bzw
• Hyperthyreose (Schilddrüsenüberfunktion) oder
• Hypokaliämie (niedriger Kaliumgehalt im Blut) oder
• Anfallsleiden – Mit Vorsicht anwenden. Kann diese Bedingungen verschlimmern.

Proper use of VoSpire ER

Use this medicine only as directed by your doctor. Do not use more of it or use it more often than your doctor prescribed. Also, do not stop taking this medicine or other asthma medications without telling your doctor. This can increase the risk of breathing problems.

Swallow the extended-release tablet whole with water or liquid. Do not break, crush, or chew the tablet.

Measure the oral fluid using a marked measuring spoon, oral syringe, or medicine cup. The average teaspoon in the home may not hold the right amount of liquid.

dosage

The dose of this medicine is different for different patients. Follow your doctor's instructions or the label directions. The following information includes average doses of this medicine only. If your dose is different, do not change it unless your doctor tells you to.

The amount of medicine you take depends on the strength of the medicine. In addition, the number of doses you take each day, the time between doses, and how long you take the medicine depend on the medical problem for which you are using the medicine.

• Zur Behandlung von Bronchospasmus:
  • Für orale Darreichungsformen (Sirup, Tabletten):
    • Erwachsene und Kinder über 12 Jahre – 2 oder 4 Milligramm (mg), drei- oder viermal täglich eingenommen. Ihr Arzt kann Ihre Dosis je nach Bedarf bis zu einem Maximum von 32 mg pro Tag erhöhen, aufgeteilt auf 4-mal täglich.
    • Kinder im Alter von 6 bis 12 Jahren: 2 mg, 3- oder 4-mal täglich eingenommen. Ihr Arzt kann Ihre Dosis bei Bedarf bis zu einer Höchstdosis von 24 mg pro Tag erhöhen, aufgeteilt auf 4-mal täglich.
    • Kinder im Alter von 2 bis 6 Jahren – Die Dosis richtet sich nach dem Körpergewicht und muss von Ihrem Arzt festgelegt werden. Die übliche Dosis beträgt 0,1 Milligramm (mg) pro Kilogramm (kg) Körpergewicht pro Dosis und wird dreimal täglich verabreicht, wobei jede Dosis nicht mehr als 2 mg betragen darf. Ihr Arzt kann Ihre Dosis bei Bedarf bis zu einer Höchstdosis von 12 mg pro Tag erhöhen, die aufgeteilt und dreimal täglich verabreicht wird.
    • Kinder unter 2 Jahren – Anwendung und Dosierung müssen vom Arzt Ihres Kindes festgelegt werden.
  • Für die orale Darreichungsform (Retardtabletten):
    • Erwachsene und Kinder über 12 Jahre – 8 Milligramm (mg) alle 12 Stunden. Ihr Arzt kann Ihre Dosis bei Bedarf auf maximal 32 mg pro Tag erhöhen, aufgeteilt und alle 12 Stunden verabreicht.
    • Kinder im Alter von 6 bis 12 Jahren – 4 mg alle 12 Stunden. Ihr Arzt kann Ihre Dosis bei Bedarf bis zu einer Höchstdosis von 24 mg pro Tag erhöhen, die alle 12 Stunden aufgeteilt und verabreicht wird.
    • Kinder unter 6 Jahren: Anwendung und Dosierung müssen vom Arzt Ihres Kindes festgelegt werden.

Missed dose

If you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and return to your regular dosing schedule. Do not double the dose.

storage

Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light. Protect from freezing.

Keep away from children.

Do not keep medications that are outdated or no longer needed.

Ask your doctor how to throw away medicines you don't use.

Precautions when using VoSpire ER

It is very important that your doctor checks you or your child's progress at regular visits. This allows your doctor to determine whether the medicine is working properly and whether there are any unwanted effects.

This medicine can cause paradoxical bronchospasm, which means your breathing or wheezing gets worse. Paradoxical bronchospasm can be life-threatening. Contact your doctor immediately if you or your child have cough, difficulty breathing, shortness of breath, or wheezing after using this medicine.

You or your child may also take an anti-inflammatory medicine, such as: B. a steroid. Do not stop taking the anti-inflammatory medicine, even if your asthma seems to be improving, unless your doctor tells you to do so.

Albuterol can cause allergic reactions. Stop using the medicine and contact your doctor immediately if you or your child develops a rash, hives, itching, swelling, or any other allergic reaction after taking this medicine.

Hypokalemia (low levels of potassium in the blood) may occur while using this medication. Contact your doctor immediately if you or your child have more than one of the following symptoms: convulsions; decreased urine; dry mouth; Increased thirst; cardiac arrhythmia; loss of appetite; mood swings; muscle pain or cramps; nausea or vomiting; numbness or tingling in the hands, feet, or lips; Shortness of breath; or unusual tiredness or weakness.

Do not take any other medicines unless you have discussed this with your doctor. This includes both prescription and nonprescription (over-the-counter [OTC]) medications for appetite control, asthma, colds, coughs, hay fever, or sinus infections, and herbal or vitamin supplements.

Side effects of VoSpire ER

In addition to the necessary effects, a medicine may also have some undesirable effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, medical attention may be required if they occur.

Consult your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur:

More common

• Zittern in den Beinen, Armen, Händen oder Füßen
• Zittern oder Zittern der Hände oder Füße

Less common

• Schneller, unregelmäßiger, hämmernder oder rasender Herzschlag oder Puls

Rarely

• Husten
• Schwierigkeiten beim Atmen
• Schwierigkeiten beim Schlucken
• Nesselsucht oder Striemen
• Heiserkeit
• Große, bienenstockartige Schwellung im Gesicht, an Augenlidern, Lippen, Zunge, Hals, Händen, Beinen, Füßen oder Geschlechtsorganen
• lautes Atmen
• Rötung der Haut
• Kurzatmigkeit
• Hautausschlag
• langsame oder unregelmäßige Atmung
• Schwellung des Mundes oder Rachens
• Engegefühl in der Brust
• keuchend

Incident not known

• Agitation
• Angst
• Arm-, Rücken- oder Kieferschmerzen
• verschwommene Sicht
• Brustschmerzen oder Unwohlsein
• Verwirrung
• Krämpfe
• zusätzliche Herzschläge
• Ohnmacht
• Halluzinationen
• Kopfschmerzen
• Reizbarkeit
• Benommenheit
• Stimmungsschwankungen oder mentale Veränderungen
• Muskelschmerzen oder Krämpfe
• Muskelkrämpfe oder Zuckungen aller Extremitäten
• Nervosität
• Albträume
• in den Ohren hämmern
• Unruhe
• plötzlicher Bewusstseinsverlust
• Schwitzen
• Ganzkörperzucken
• ungewöhnliches Gefühl der Aufregung
• Erbrechen

Some side effects may occur that usually do not require medical attention. These side effects may disappear during treatment as your body gets used to the medicine. Your doctor may also be able to give you ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects. If any of the following side effects persist or are bothersome, or if you have any questions, contact your doctor:

Less common

• Schwindel
• Gefühl von Wärme
• Reizbarkeit
• Brechreiz
• Rötung des Gesichts, des Halses, der Arme und gelegentlich der oberen Brust
• Schlaflosigkeit
• Schwierigkeiten beim Halten oder Ablassen des Urins
• Schlafstörungen
• nicht schlafen können

Rarely

• Schläfrigkeit
• ungewöhnliche Schläfrigkeit

Incident not known

• Schlechter, ungewöhnlicher oder unangenehmer (Nach-)Geschmack
• Geschmacksveränderung
• Gefühl der ständigen Bewegung von sich selbst oder der Umgebung
• Würgen
• rauer, kratziger Klang der Stimme
• Gefühl des Drehens
• Engegefühl im Hals

Some patients may also experience other side effects not listed. If you notice other side effects, contact your doctor.

Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Commonly used brand names

In the USA

• Proventil
• Proventil Repetabs
• Ventolin
• Volmax
• VoSpire ER

In Canada

• Apo-Salvent-Inhalator

Available dosage forms:

• Tablet, erweiterte Version
• Sirup
• Tablette

Therapeutic class: bronchodilator

Pharmacological class: Beta-2 adrenergic agonist

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