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Terbutaline - Accord Healthcare Ltd

Accord Healthcare

Description

Short-acting selective beta2 agonist.

By inhalation of nebulised solution for asthma
• Over 12 years: 5–10 mg 2–4 times daily, additional doses may be necessary in severe acute asthma.

By inhalation of nebulised solution for moderate to severe acute asthma
• Child 1 month–4 years: 5 mg, repeat every 20–30 minutes or as required
• Child 5–11 years: 5–10 mg, repeat every 20–30 minutes or as required
• Over 12 years: 10 mg, repeat every 20–30 minutes or as required

Indications

For the management of asthma and other conditions associated with reversible airways obstruction.

Preparations Available

Nebuliser liquid

Sizes Available

Nebuliser liquid
5 mg/2 ml, 20 units

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