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 |
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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