What happens if I miss a dose?
Use the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next
regularly scheduled dose, skip the missed dose and use the next one as directed. Do not use a double dose of this medication.
What happens if I overdose?
Seek emergency medical attention.
Symptoms of a bitolterol overdose include angina or chest pain, irregular heartbeats or a
fluttering heart, seizures, tremor, weakness, headache, nausea, and vomiting.
What should I avoid while using bitolterol?
Avoid situations that may trigger an asthma attack such as exercising in cold, dry air;
smoking; breathing in dust; and exposure to allergens such as pet fur.
What are the possible side effects of bitolterol inhalation?
Stop using bitolterol and seek emergency medical attention if you experience any of the
following serious side effects:
Other, less serious side effects may be more likely to occur. Continue to
use bitolterol inhalation and talk to your doctor if you experience
Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your
doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome.
What other drugs will affect bitolterol?
Before using bitolterol inhalation, tell your doctor if you are taking any of the following
medicines:
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a beta-blocker such as atenolol (Tenormin), metoprolol
(Lopressor, Toprol XL), propranolol (Inderal), and others;
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a tricyclic antidepressant such as amitriptyline (Elavil),
doxepin (Sinequan), imipramine (Tofranil), nortriptyline (Pamelor), and others;
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a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) such as
isocarboxazid (Marplan), phenelzine (Nardil), or tranylcypromine (Parnate);
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another inhaled bronchodilator; or
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caffeine, diet pills, or decongestants.
You may not be able to use bitolterol inhalation, or you may require a
dosage adjustment or special monitoring during treatment.
Drugs other than those listed here may also interact with bitolterol inhalation or affect your
condition. Talk to your doctor and pharmacist before taking any prescription or over-the-counter
medicines.
Where can I get more information?
Your pharmacist has additional information about bitolterol written for health professionals
that you may read.
What does my medication look like?
Bitolterol is available under the brand name Tornalate. Other brand or generic formulations
may also be available. Ask your pharmacist any questions you have about this medication,
especially if it is unfamiliar to you.
Remember, keep this and all other medicines out of the reach of children,
never share your medicines with others, and use this medication only for the indication prescribed.
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