Meptin

Meptin Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Food Interaction and all others data.

A long-acting beta-2-adrenergic receptor agonist. It is a potent bronchodilator that may be administered orally or by aerosol inhalation.

Meptin is a long-acting beta-2-adrenergic receptor agonist. It is a potent bronchodilator that may be administered orally or by aerosol inhalation.

Meptin
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Trade Name	Meptin
Generic	Procaterol
Procaterol Other Names	Procaterol, Procaterolo, Procaterolum
Weight	25mcg/5ml, 50mcg, 30mcg, 50mcg.
Type	Syrup, Tablet, Injection
Formula	C₁₆H₂₂N₂O₃
Weight	Average: 290.363 Monoisotopic: 290.163042576
Groups	Approved, Investigational
Therapeutic Class
Manufacturer	Otsuka Pakistan Ltd, , Otsuka Indonesia
Available Country	Pakistan, Indonesia
Last Updated:	September 19, 2023 at 7:00 am

Uses

Meptin is a beta-2 adrenergic receptor agonist and bronchodilator used for the treatment of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).

For the treatment of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).

Meptin is also used to associated treatment for these conditions: Bronchial Asthma, Bronchospasm, Chronic Bronchitis, Emphysema

How Meptin works

Beta(2)-receptor stimulation in the lung causes relaxation of bronchial smooth muscle, bronchodilation, and increased bronchial airflow.

Toxicity

Symptoms of overdose include angina (chest pain), dizziness, dry mouth, fatigue, flu-like symptoms, headache, heart irregularities, high or low blood pressure, high blood sugar, insomnia, muscle cramps, nausea, nervousness, rapid heartbeat, seizures, and tremor.

Food Interaction

Take with or without food. The onset of action of procaterol may be delayed when taken with food, however, there is no impact on the efficacy or duration of action of procaterol.