Drug reference
terbutaline
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Drug class
Respiratory (B2-Agonist)
Mechanism of action
Beta adrenergic receptor stimulator causing bronchial/uterine smooth muscle relaxation.
Common side effects
- Restlessness
- Nervousness
- Transient hypokalemia
- Transient hyperglycemia
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to sympathomimetics Use >72 hr in management or prevention of preterm labor Oral administration in preterm labor
Known interactions (2)
- isocarboxazid + terbutaline Major
- methylprednisolone + terbutaline Moderate
Related conditions
Frequently asked questions
What drug class is terbutaline?
terbutaline belongs to: Respiratory.
How does terbutaline work?
Beta adrenergic receptor stimulator causing bronchial/uterine smooth muscle relaxation.
What are the common side effects of terbutaline?
Restlessness, Nervousness, Transient hypokalemia, Transient hyperglycemia
Which drugs interact with terbutaline?
isocarboxazid, methylprednisolone
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