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200 ACTUAT ProAir 0.09 MG/ACTUAT Metered Dose Inhaler |
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What is 200 ACTUAT ProAir 0.09 MG/ACTUAT Metered Dose Inhaler
200 ACTUAT ProAir 0.09 MG/ACTUAT Metered Dose Inhaler is a bronchodilator that relaxes muscles in the airways and increases air flow to the lungs.200 ACTUAT ProAir 0.09 MG/ACTUAT Metered Dose Inhaler is used to treat bronchospasm caused by reversible obstructive airway disease in adults and children who are at least 6 years old.
200 ACTUAT ProAir 0.09 MG/ACTUAT Metered Dose Inhaler may also be used for purposes not listed in 200 ACTUAT ProAir 0.09 MG/ACTUAT Metered Dose Inhaler guide.
200 ACTUAT ProAir 0.09 MG/ACTUAT Metered Dose Inhaler side effects
Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.Stop using 200 ACTUAT ProAir 0.09 MG/ACTUAT Metered Dose Inhaler and call your doctor at once if you have a serious side effect such as:
- new bronchospasm or worsening of your asthma symptoms;
- pounding heartbeats or fluttering in your chest;
- chest pain, tremor, nervousness;
- seizure (convulsions);
- low potassium (confusion, uneven heart rate, extreme thirst, increased urination, leg discomfort, muscle weakness or limp feeling);
- dangerously high blood pressure (severe headache, blurred vision, buzzing in your ears, anxiety, confusion, chest pain, shortness of breath, uneven heartbeats); or
- severe skin reaction -- fever, sore throat, swelling in your face or tongue, burning in your eyes, skin pain, followed by a red or purple skin rash that spreads (especially in the face or upper body) and causes blistering and peeling.
Less serious side effects may include:
- dizziness, spinning sensation;
- headache;
- sleep problems (insomnia);
- muscle cramps;
- dry mouth and throat;
- unusual taste in your mouth; or
- nausea.
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
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200 ACTUAT ProAir 0.09 MG/ACTUAT Metered Dose Inhaler dosing
Usual Adult Dose for Asthma -- Acute:
Metered-dose inhaler: 2 puffs every 4 to 6 hours as needed.Inhalation capsules: 200 mcg inhaled every 4 to 6 hours.
May increase to 400 mcg inhaled every 4 to 6 hours, if necessary.
Nebulizer: 2.5 mg every 6 to 8 hours as needed..
Usual Adult Dose for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease -- Acute:
Metered-dose inhaler: 2 puffs every 4 to 6 hours as needed.Inhalation capsules: 200 mcg inhaled every 4 to 6 hours.
May increase to 400 mcg inhaled every 4 to 6 hours, if necessary.
Nebulizer: 2.5 mg every 6 to 8 hours as needed. (2.5 to 5 mg once followed by 2.5 mg every 20 minutes for acute bronchospasm).
Usual Adult Dose for Bronchospasm Prophylaxis:
Metered-dose inhaler: 2 puffs 15 minutes before exercise.Inhalation capsules: 200 mcg inhaled 15 minutes before exercise.
Usual Adult Dose for Asthma -- Maintenance:
Metered-dose inhaler: 2 puffs every 4 to 6 hours. More frequent administration or a large number of inhalations is not recommended.Inhalation capsules: 200 mcg inhaled every 4 to 6 hours.
May increase to 400 mcg inhaled every 4 to 6 hours, if necessary.
Tablets: 2 to 4 mg orally 3 to 4 times a day. May increase stepwise to a maximum of 8 mg orally 4 times a day.
Extended-release tablets: 4 to 8 mg orally every 8 hours. May increase to a maximum of 16 mg orally twice a day.
Syrup: 2 to 4 mg orally 3 to 4 times a day. Doses > 4 mg should be given 4 times a day. May increase up to 8 mg orally 4 times a day.
Usual Adult Dose for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease -- Maintenance:
Metered-dose inhaler: 2 puffs every 4 to 6 hours. More frequent administration or a large number of inhalations is not recommended.Inhalation capsules: 200 mcg inhaled every 4 to 6 hours.
May increase to 400 mcg inhaled every 4 to 6 hours, if necessary.
Tablets: 2 to 4 mg orally 3 to 4 times a day. May increase stepwise to a maximum of 8 mg orally 4 times a day.
Extended-release tablets: 4 to 8 mg orally every 8 hours. May increase to a maximum of 16 mg orally twice a day.
Syrup: 2 to 4 mg orally 3 to 4 times a day. Doses > 4 mg should be given 4 times a day. May increase up to 8 mg orally 4 times a day.
Usual Pediatric Dose for Asthma -- Acute:
Less than 1 year:Nebulizer: 0.05 to 0.15 mg/kg/dose every 4 to 6 hours with subsequent doses titrated based on clinical response.
1 year to 4 years:
Nebulizer: 1.25 to 2.5 mg every 4 to 6 hours with subsequent doses titrated based on clinical response.
5 years or older:
Metered-dose inhaler : 2 puffs (216 mcg) every 4 to 6 hours as needed.
Inhalation capsules: 200 mcg inhaled every 4 to 6 hours.
May increase to 400 mcg inhaled every 4 to 6 hours, if necessary.
5 years to 11 years:
Nebulizer: 2.5 mg every 4 to 6 hours with subsequent doses titrated based on clinical response.
12 years or older:
Nebulizer: 2.5 to 5 mg every 6 hours as needed.
Metered dose inhaler (non-HFA): 2 puffs every (180 mcg) every 4 to 6 hours.
Usual Pediatric Dose for Bronchospasm Prophylaxis:
Over 4 years:Metered-dose inhaler (HFA): 2 puffs (216 mcg)15 minutes before exercise.
Inhalation capsules: 200 mcg inhaled 15 minutes before exercise.
12 years or older:
Metered-dose inhaler (non-HFA): 2 puffs (180 mcg) 15 minutes before exercise.
Usual Pediatric Dose for Asthma -- Maintenance:
2 years to 5 years:Syrup or tablets: 0.1 to 0.2 mg/kg 3 times daily. Do not exceed 12 mg a day.
Over 4 years:
Metered-dose inhaler : 2 puffs (216 mcg) every 4 to 6 hours. More frequent administration or a large number of inhalations is not recommended.
Inhalation capsules: 200 mcg inhaled every 4 to 6 hours.
May increase to 400 mcg inhaled every 4 to 6 hours, if necessary.
6 years to 11 years:
Syrup or tablets: 2 to 6 mg orally 3 to 4 times a day. May increase stepwise to a maximum of 24 mg/day in divided doses.
Extended-release tablets: 4 to 12 mg orally every 12 hours. May increase to a maximum of 12 mg orally twice a day.
12 years or older:
Syrup or tablets: 2 to 8 mg orally 3 to 4 times a day. Doses > 4 mg should be given 4 times a day. May increase up to 8 mg orally 4 times a day.
Extended-release tablets: 4 to 8 mg orally every 8 hours. May increase to a maximum of 16 mg orally twice a day.
Metered-dose inhaler (non-HFA): 2 puffs (180 mcg) every 4 to 6 hours. More frequent administration or a large number of inhalations is not recommended.
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200 ACTUAT ProAir 0.09 MG/ACTUAT Metered Dose Inhaler - Frequently asked Questions
Can 200 ACTUAT ProAir 0.09 MG/ACTUAT Metered Dose Inhaler be stopped immediately or do I have to stop the consumption gradually to ween off?
In some cases, it always advisable to stop the intake of some medicines gradually because of the rebound effect of the medicine.
It's wise to get in touch with your doctor as a professional advice is needed in this case regarding your health, medications and further recommendation to give you a stable health condition.
How should I take 200 ACTUAT ProAir 0.09 MG/ACTUAT Metered Dose Inhaler?
Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Do not take in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended. Follow the directions on your prescription label.
200 ACTUAT ProAir 0.09 MG/ACTUAT Metered Dose Inhaler can have long-lasting effects (up to 8 hours or longer). Do not take this medication more often than prescribed.
Do not crush, chew, or break an extended-release tablet. Swallow it whole. Breaking the pill may cause too much of the drug to be released at one time.
Measure liquid medicine with a special dose-measuring spoon or medicine cup, not with a regular table spoon. If you do not have a dose-measuring device, ask your pharmacist for one.
Asthma or bronchospasm is sometimes treated with a combination of drugs. Use all medications as directed by your doctor. Read the medication guide or patient instructions provided with each medication. Do not change your doses or medication schedule without your doctor's advice. You should remain under the care of a doctor while you are using 200 ACTUAT ProAir 0.09 MG/ACTUAT Metered Dose Inhaler.
Call your doctor right away if you feel that this medicine is not working as well as usual, or if it makes your condition worse. If it seems like you need to use more of any of your medications in a 24-hour period, talk with your doctor.
Store 200 ACTUAT ProAir 0.09 MG/ACTUAT Metered Dose Inhaler tablets at room temperature away from moisture, heat, and light. Keep the bottle tightly closed when not in use.
Do not allow the liquid form of this medicine to freeze.
Who should not take 200 ACTUAT ProAir 0.09 MG/ACTUAT Metered Dose Inhaler?
You should not use 200 ACTUAT ProAir 0.09 MG/ACTUAT Metered Dose Inhaler if you are allergic to it.
To make sure you can safely take 200 ACTUAT ProAir 0.09 MG/ACTUAT Metered Dose Inhaler, tell your doctor if you have any of these other conditions:
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heart disease, high blood pressure;
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a heart rhythm disorder;
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epilepsy or other seizure disorder;
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diabetes; or
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overactive thyroid.
Tell your doctor if you have used an MAO inhibitor such as furazolidone, isocarboxazid (Marplan), phenelzine (Nardil), rasagiline (Azilect), selegiline (Eldepryl, Emsam, Zelapar), or tranylcypromine (Parnate) in the last 14 days.
FDA pregnancy category C. It is not known whether 200 ACTUAT ProAir 0.09 MG/ACTUAT Metered Dose Inhaler will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant while using this medication.
It is not known whether 200 ACTUAT ProAir 0.09 MG/ACTUAT Metered Dose Inhaler passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. You should not breast-feed while you are using 200 ACTUAT ProAir 0.09 MG/ACTUAT Metered Dose Inhaler.
What other drugs will affect 200 ACTUAT ProAir 0.09 MG/ACTUAT Metered Dose Inhaler?
Tell your doctor about all other medicines you use, especially:
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a diuretic (water pill);
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digoxin (digitalis, Lanoxin);
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a beta blocker such as atenolol (Tenormin, Tenoretic), carvedilol (Coreg), labetalol (Normodyne, Trandate), metoprolol (Dutoprol, Lopressor, Toprol), nadolol (Corgard), propranolol (Inderal, InnoPran), sotalol (Betapace), and others;
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an antidepressant such as amitriptyline (Elavil, Etrafon), doxepin (Sinequan), imipramine (Janimine, Tofranil), nortriptyline (Pamelor), and others;
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a stimulant or ADHD medication such as Adderall, Ritalin, Daytrana, Concerta, and others; or
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other bronchodilators such as levalbuterol (Xopenex), bitolterol (Tornalate), pirbuterol (Maxair), terbutaline (Brethine, Bricanyl), salmeterol (Serevent), isoetherine (Bronkometer), metaproterenol (Alupent, Metaprel), or isoproterenol (Isuprel Mistometer).
This list is not complete and other drugs may interact with 200 ACTUAT ProAir 0.09 MG/ACTUAT Metered Dose Inhaler. Tell your doctor about all medications you use. This includes prescription, over-the-counter, vitamin, and herbal products. Do not start a new medication without telling your doctor.
Can 200 ACTUAT ProAir 0.09 MG/ACTUAT Metered Dose Inhaler be taken or consumed while pregnant?
Please visit your doctor for a recommendation as such case requires special attention.
Can 200 ACTUAT ProAir 0.09 MG/ACTUAT Metered Dose Inhaler be taken for nursing mothers or during breastfeeding?
Kindly explain your state and condition to your doctor and seek medical advice from an expert.
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