Generic name: levalbuterol inhalation [ leh-val-BYOO-ter-all ]
Brand names: Xopenex, Xopenex Concentrate, Xopenex HFA
Dosage forms: inhalation aerosol (45 mcg/inh); inhalation solution (0.31 mg/3 mL; 0.63 mg/3 mL; 1.25 mg/0.5 mL; 1.25 mg/3 mL)
Drug class:Adrenergic bronchodilators
What is levalbuterol inhalation?
Levalbuterol is a short-acting bronchodilator that relaxes muscles in the airways and increases air flow to the lungs.
Levalbuterol inhalation is used to treat or prevent asthma attacks in adults and children who are at least 4 years old.
Levalbuterol inhalation may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
Follow all directions on your medicine label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use.
Seek medical attention if you think your asthma medications are not working as well.
Before taking this medicine
You should not use levalbuterol 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 congestive heart failure;
a seizure disorder;
diabetes; or
a thyroid disorder.
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