Xopenex (Levalbuterol Hydrochloride) and/or alternatives

General Information On Xopenex

Xopenex is an inhaling solution prescribed to treat shortness of breath and wheezing due to lung problems such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and asthma. The generic name of the drug is Levalbuterol HCl. It is a bronchodilator which opens the breathing passages and lets the patient breathe easily. The medication is supplied as an inhaler as well as a 3ml dose vial which is used with a nebulizer. You can buy Xopenex and use it only after consulting your doctor and getting a prescription.

Side Effects for Xopenex

Xopenex may cause mild to severe side effects. Every individual has different body chemistry; some may experience side effects, while others may not experience any side effects at all after using Xopenex. Nervousness, dizziness, dry mouth, stomach upset, runny nose, diarrhea, trouble sleeping, and shaking are some of the common side effects associated with the drug. These side effects generally wane over time. However, if any side effects persist for a long time or become bothersome, inform your doctor immediately.

The drug may rarely cause allergic reactions. You should stop using the medication and consult your doctor if you experience any severe side effects such as swollen glands, anxiety muscle/leg cramps, or swelling of the face/throat/tongue. You should discuss the benefits and risks of using the drug with your doctor before you buy Xopenex.

Precautions

You should not use Xopenex if you have any allergies or you are hypersensitive to similar bronchodilators or to sympathomimetic drugs. The drug may not be safe if you have specific medical conditions such as high blood pressure, diabetes, heart disease, seizures, or an overactive thyroid. Xopenex may cause dizziness, so you should avoid performing activities such as driving or working with or on heavy machinery immediately after taking the medication. Limit your consumption of alcoholic beverages if you are using Xopenex. You should protect the vial containing the drug from sunlight and use the vial within one week of opening it.

Xopenex Dosage

Your doctor will give you specific instructions regarding the dosage. Xopenex is supplied in a vial or as an inhaler. In the case of the respules (vials), you need to squeeze the contents from the vial into the nebulizer reservoir. Attach the nebulizer reservoir to a face mask or mouth piece and connect it to the compressor. Sit in an upright position and cover your mouth/face completely with a face mask. Push the compressor and breathe in slowly until all the medication in nebulizer reservoir is inhaled. You should not exceed the Xopenex dosage recommended by your doctor.

Interactions

Certain drugs interact with each other and cause mild to severe side effects. Xopenex may react with medicines such as beta blockers, tricyclic antidepressants, Monoamine Oxidase inhibitors, diuretics, Digoxin, other inhaled bronchodilators, diet pills, decongestants, and caffeine. Your doctor should be made aware of any other medicines you are taking before he or she prescribes Xopenex. Tell your doctor about every drug you’re taking at present, which includes prescription medicines, over the counter drugs, and herbal supplements.

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