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Descriptions
Abuterol (Volmax) is a beta agonist.
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How to use
Take Abuterol (Volmax) exactly as directed.
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Sideeffects
If you notice any of these symptoms or any other symptoms which seem severe or persistent inform your health care professional immediately.
Breathing Problems
Hives
Itching
Muscle cramps
Nausea
Nosebleed
Stomach problems
Swelling of the hands, feet, face
Vomitting
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Interaction
Inform your prescriber if you are allergic to Abuterol (Volmax) or any other medication in any other form.
Amoxapine
Doxipine
Ephedrine
Phenylephrine
Phenylpropanolamine
Propanolol
Pseudoephedrine
Water Pills, or any other medication that you may be taking in any other form, inform your prescriber of the same.
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Overdose
In case of overdose, call your local poison control center at 1-800-222-1222. If the victim has collapsed or is not breathing, call local emergency services at 911.
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Notes
Abuterol (Volmax) is also known as Salbutamol.
Consult your prescriber for more information.
Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:
if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances
if you have a history of heart problems, (eg, fast or irregular heartbeat, heart failure), blood vessel problems, high blood pressure, or low blood potassium levels
if you have a history of seizures, diabetes, an overactive thyroid, kidney problems, or an adrenal gland tumor (pheochromocytoma)
if you have ever had an unusual reaction to another sympathomimetic medicine (eg, pseudoephedrine)
if you are taking a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) (eg, phenelzine) or tricyclic antidepressant (eg, amitriptyline), or if you have taken either of these medicines within the last 14 days
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Missed Dose
Do not double doses to make up for a missed dose.
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Uses
Treating breathing problems in patients who have asthma or certain other airway diseases.
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Other Uses
Abuterol (Volmax) may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.
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Storage
Store most tablets at controlled room temperature between 2 and 25 degrees C / 36 and 77 degrees F, away from heat and moisture.
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Precautions
Tell your doctor or dentist that you take Abuterol (Volmax) before you receive any medical or dental care, emergency care, or surgery.
Check with your doctor before using any other asthma medicines, including inhaled medicines, while you are using Abuterol (Volmax).
Diabetes patients - Abuterol (Volmax) may affect your blood sugar. Check blood sugar levels closely. Ask your doctor before you change the dose of your diabetes medicine.
If you have any questions about Abuterol (Volmax), please talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.