Typical Brand Names: Brethine Generic Names: Terbutaline Sulphate Other Names: Bricanyl Classification: Asthma, Bronchodilator

(These are common indications for Brethine. There may be additional conditions not listed here. Check with your doctor if you have questions about your specific condition).

Generic Name	Brand Name	Qty	Price
Terbutaline Sulphate 5mg	Brethine 5mg	30	$115.33
Terbutaline Sulphate 5mg	Brethine 5mg	60	$208.67
Terbutaline Sulphate 5mg	Brethine 5mg	90	$302.00

What is the most important information I should know about Brethine:
Seek medical attention if you notice that you require more than your usual or more than the maximum amount of any asthma medication in a 24-hour period. An increased need for medication could be an early sign of a serious asthma attack.

What is Brethine:
Brethine is a bronchodilator. Brethine works by relaxing muscles in the airways to improve breathing.

Brethine is used to treat bronchospasm (wheezing, shortness of breath) associated with lung diseases such as asthma, bronchitis, and emphysema.

Brethine may also be used for conditions other than those listed in this medication guide.

How Take Brethine:
Take Brethine exactly as directed by your doctor. If you do not understand these directions, ask your pharmacist, nurse, or doctor to explain them to you.

Take each dose with a full glass of water.

It is important to take Brethine regularly to get the most benefit.

Do not take Brethine more often or in larger doses than is prescribed by your doctor. Taking more medication than is prescribed could be dangerous. Seek medical attention if you notice that you require more than your usual or more than the maximum amount of any asthma medication in a 24-hour period. An increased need for medication could be an early sign of a serious asthma attack.

Your doctor may want you to have lung function tests or other medical evaluations during treatment with Brethine to monitor progress and side effects.

Missed Dose:
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for the next regularly scheduled dose, skip the missed dose and take the next one as directed. Do not take a double dose of this medication.

Overdose:
Seek emergency medical attention if an overdose is suspected.
Symptoms of a Brethine overdose may include angina or chest pain, irregular heartbeats or a fluttering heart, seizures, tremor, weakness, headache, nausea, and vomiting.

What should I avoid while taking Brethine:
Avoid situations that may worsen your respiratory condition such as exercising in cold, dry air; smoking; breathing in dust; and exposure to allergens such as pet fur.

Possible Side Effects:
Stop taking Brethine and seek emergency medical attention if you experience any of the following serious side effects:

1. an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of the throat; swelling of the lips, tongue, or face; or hives);
2. or chest pain or irregular heartbeats.

Other, less serious side effects may be more likely to occur. Continue to take Brethine and talk to your doctor if you experience

1. headache;
2. dizziness or lightheadedness;
3. insomnia;
4. tremor or nervousness;
5. sweating;
6. nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea;
7. or dry mouth.

Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome.

Storage:
Store Brethine at room temperature away from moisture and heat.

What other drugs will affect Brethine:
Before taking Brethine, tell your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines:

1. a beta-blocker such as atenolol (Tenormin), metoprolol (Lopressor, Toprol XL), propranolol (Inderal), acebutolol (Sectral), bisoprolol (Zebeta), carteolol (Cartrol), carvedilol (Coreg), labetalol (Normodyne, Trandate), nadolol (Corgard), or pindolol (Visken);
2. a tricyclic antidepressant such as amitriptyline (Elavil), doxepin (Sinequan), nortriptyline (Pamelor), amoxapine (Asendin), clomipramine (Anafranil), desipramine (Norpramin), imipramine (Tofranil), or protriptyline (Vivactil);
3. a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) such as isocarboxazid (Marplan), phenelzine (Nardil), or tranylcypromine (Parnate);
4. another oral or inhaled bronchodilator;
5. or caffeine, diet pills, or decongestants.

You may not be able to take Brethine, or you may require a dosage adjustment or special monitoring during treatment if you are taking any of the medications listed above.

Drugs other than those listed here may also interact with Brethine or affect your condition. Talk to your doctor and pharmacist before taking any prescription or over-the-counter medicines, including vitamins, minerals, and herbal products.

What does my medication look like:
Brethine is available with a prescription under the generic name Terbutaline. Other brand or generic formulations may also be available. Ask your pharmacist any questions you have about this medication, especially if it is new to you.

1. Brethine 2.5 mg-white, oval tablets
2. Brethine 5 mg-white, round tablets

Note:
Remember, keep this and all other medicines out of the reach of children, never share your medicines with others, and use this medication only for the indication prescribed

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