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Indications

Alupent is a brand name for the medication metaproterenol, which is a bronchodilator used to treat conditions such as asthma, bronchitis, and emphysema.

Alupent works by relaxing the muscles around the airways, which helps to improve breathing. If you have any questions or concerns about Alupent or its use, discuss them with your doctor or pharmacist.

Use and Dosage

Take this medication by mouth with or without food as directed by your doctor, usually 3 to 4 times daily. The dosage is based on your medical condition and response to treatment.

When taking the syrup, measure the dose carefully using a medication cup/spoon available from your pharmacist.

Take this medication exactly as prescribed. Do not take more of this medication or take it more often than recommended by your doctor. If you have been directed to use this medication on a daily schedule, use it regularly at the same times each day to get the most benefit from it.

If you take other asthma drugs by mouth or inhaling devices, ask your doctor about how to correctly take this medication with your other asthma medicines.

If you notice less effect than usual from this medication, if your symptoms get worse, or if you feel you need to take any of your asthma medications more often than recommended, get medical help right away.

Side Effects

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Serious side effects include:

• Chest pain, fast heart rate
• Pounding heartbeats or fluttering in your chest
• A light-headed feeling, like you might pass out
• Tremors
• Worsening or no improvement in your symptoms

Common side effects include:

• Nervousness
• Headache
• Dizziness, drowsiness
• Nausea, diarrhea, upset stomach, dry mouth
• Tired feeling
• Sleep problem (insomnia)

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur.

Cautions

Before taking metaproterenol, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or to similar bronchodilators (such as albuterol, salmeterol, terbutaline); or sympathomimetic drugs (such as epinephrine, pseudoephedrine); or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details.

Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of heart disease (such as irregular heartbeat, ischemic heart disease), high blood pressure, seizures, overactive thyroid (hyperthyroidism), and diabetes.

This drug may make you dizzy. Alcohol or marijuana (cannabis) can make you dizzier. Do not drive, use machinery, or do anything that needs alertness until you can do it safely. Limit alcoholic beverages. Talk to your doctor if you are using marijuana (cannabis).

Before having surgery, tell your doctor or dentist about all the products you use (including prescription drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products).

Older adults may be at greater risk for the effects on the heart while using this drug.

During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when needed. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.

It is not known whether this drug passes into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breastfeeding.

Form and Strengths

Alupent is available in the following form and strengths:

Orciprenaline Tablet:

• 2 mg/ml
• 10 mg/ml

FAQ

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 your next scheduled dose.

Do not take extra medicine to make up for the missed dose.

What happens if I overdose?

Seek emergency medical attention.

What should I avoid while taking Orciprenaline?

Avoid situations that may trigger an asthma attack such as exercising in cold, dry air; smoking; breathing in dust; and exposure to allergens such as pet fur.

Resources:

1. https://www.webmd.com/drugs/2/drug-8516/alupent-oral/details
2. https://www.drugs.com/mtm/metaproterenol.html#side-effects