Alupent

Metaproterenol

Orciprenaline, also known as metaproterenol, is a bronchodilator used in the treatment of asthma.[1][2] Orciprenaline is a moderately selective β2 adrenergic receptor agonist that stimulates receptors of the smooth muscle in the lungs, uterus, and vasculature supplying skeletal muscle, with minimal or no effect on α adrenergic receptors. The pharmacologic effects of β adrenergic agonist drugs, such as orciprenaline, are at least in part attributa...

Does infant formula interact with the absorption of this drug? What is the indication of this drug? ## Alupent contains the active ingredient Metaproterenol, also known as Orciprenaline, it is used to treat various respiratory conditions, such as asthma, allergies and COPD. No, there are no listings that say infant formula or any type of dairy products will interfere with the absorption of the medication. Learn more: Are there any other questions or comments?

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heres the case You receive a call from a mother who wishes to mix Alupent in her infant’s milk. She is a bit worried that this might not be good for her child. Does infant formula interact with the absorption of the drug? What is the indication of this drug? please reply

I received a call from a mother who wishes to mix Alupent in her infant’s milk. She is a bit worried that this might not be good for her child. Does infant formula interact with the absorption of the drug? What is the indication of this drug?

I want to know the answer Does Infant Formula Interact With The Absorption Of Alupent Drug ## does infant formula interact withe absoption of alupent?please reply ## i want to know that infant formula interact withthe absorption of the alupent drug ## does infant formula milk interact with the absorption of the alupent drug ## Are you referring to your child being on a regimen of Alupent, and also having them take infant formula? I could not find documented reports of the infant formula having a detrimental effect on this drug's efficacy. There are, however, warnings stating that pregnant or breast-feeding women should only take Alupent (metaproterenol) under the direction of their doctor. Can you please include more details from your original question? What circumstances arose or w...

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Here's a situation: you receive a call from a mother who wishes to mix alupent in her infants milk. She is a bit worried that this might not be good for her child. Does infant formula interact with the absorption of the drug? What is the indication of this drug? ## i want to know ## you want to know the answer to your assignment? and sadly, im looking for one too. We're on the same boat however, since this was posted 5 years ago, you've probably found an answer, care to share? ????

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what is specific eye condition is this drug contraindicated? ## This tablet contains 10mgs of Methylphenidate, the active ingredient in Ritalin, most commonly used to treat ADHD and Narcolepsy. As to it being contraindicated for any specific eye condition, I can't find anything on that. It is warned that it shouldn't be used with liver disease, high blood pressure and most cardiac conditions. Where did you see this information? If I know where to look, I may be able to find more details for you. ## what is the name of this drug? ## what if it is taken with MAO inhibators? ## a pale blue tablet,round and has "MD" on one side and "530" on the other side...can anyone tell me what is this? ## What is Alupent? Does infant formula interact with the absorption of the dr...

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What is the indication of the drug alupent?

I have used Alupent as a resuce inhaler for many years. It is no longer available. What would be a good substitute?

Alupent and Infant Formula Interaction ## Please notify me when you have an answer to my queries. thank you. :)

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i need this information immediately. this situation in part of our thesis.

alupent inhaler has been rescue inhaler for years --not made anymore-unable to use albuterol inhalers, which cause bronchospasms-- any suggestions for a substitute?