Vactiv

Vactiv 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.

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

Trade Name Vactiv
Generic Procaterol
Procaterol Other Names Procaterol, Procaterolo, Procaterolum
Weight 5mcg/ml
Type Syrup
Formula C16H22N2O3
Weight Average: 290.363
Monoisotopic: 290.163042576
Groups Approved, Investigational
Therapeutic Class
Manufacturer Pharos
Available Country Indonesia
Last Updated: September 19, 2023 at 7:00 am
Vactiv
Vactiv

Uses

Vactiv 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).

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

How Vactiv 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.

Elimination Route

Because of the small therapeutic dose, systemic levels of salmeterol are low or undetectable after inhalation of recommended doses.

Innovators Monograph

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*** Taking medicines without doctor's advice can cause long-term problems.
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