Tulobuterol
About Tulobuterol
Tulobuterol belongs to the class of drugs called bronchodilators used to prevent and treat asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Asthma is a chronic (long-term) respiratory condition in which airways narrow, swell, and produce extra mucus, leading to difficulty in breathing. COPD is a group of lung diseases with emphysema (shortness of breath) and chronic bronchitis (inflammation of the lining of bronchial tubes).
Tulobuterol contains Tulobuterol which works by relaxing muscles and widening the airways of the lungs. Thereby, it makes breathing easier by opening the airways.
Use Tulobuterol as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to use Tulobuterol for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you based on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience itching at the site of application, rash, redness, tremor, or palpitations (a sensation that the heart is racing or pounding). Most of these side effects of Tulobuterol do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
If you are allergic to Tulobuterol or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please consult a doctor before using Tulobuterol. If your breathing worsens or you often wake up at night with asthma, experience chest tightness in the morning, or last longer than usual, please consult a doctor immediately as these might be signs indicating that your asthma is not controlled properly and requires an alternate or additional treatment. If you are taking any other medicines or dietary supplements, inform your doctor before using Tulobuterol.
Uses of Tulobuterol
Medicinal Benefits
Tulobuterol contains Tulobuterol used to prevent and treat asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Tulobuterol relaxes muscles and widens the airways of the lungs. Thereby, it makes breathing easier by opening airways.
Directions for Use
Storage
Side Effects of Tulobuterol
- Itching at the site of the application
- Rash
- Redness
- Tremor
- Palpitations (a sensation that the heart is racing or pounding)
Drug Warnings
If you are allergic to Tulobuterol or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please consult a doctor before using Tulobuterol. If you have diabetes, high blood pressure or any heart disease, inform your doctor before taking Tulobuterol. If your breathing worsens or you often wake up at night with asthma, experience chest tightness in the morning or lasts longer than usual, please consult a doctor immediately as these might be signs indicating that your asthma is not controlled properly and requires an alternate or additional treatment. If you are taking any other medicines or dietary supplements, inform your doctor before using Tulobuterol.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interaction: No interactions found.
Drug-Food Interaction: No interactions found.
Drug-Disease Interaction: If you have hyperparathyroidism (overactive parathyroid glands), diabetes, hypertension (high blood pressure), atopic dermatitis (red and itchy skin) or heart disease, inform your doctor before taking Tulobuterol.
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
cautionThe interaction of alcohol with Tulobuterol is unknown. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol with Tulobuterol.
Pregnancy
cautionPlease consult a doctor if you are pregnant. It is given to pregnant women only if the doctor thinks the benefits outweigh the risks.
Breast Feeding
cautionIt is unknown whether Tulobuterol is excreted in human milk. Please consult a doctor before taking Tulobuterol if you are breastfeeding.
Driving
safe if prescribedTulobuterol usually does not affect your ability to drive or operate machinery.
Liver
cautionTake Tulobuterol with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.
Kidney
cautionTake Tulobuterol with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.
Children
cautionTulobuterol is not recommended for children below 6 months of age as the safety and effectiveness were not established. However, please consult a doctor before using Tulobuterol for children.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Eat foods rich in potassium such as tomatoes, bananas, asparagus, oranges, potatoes, avocados, dark leafy greens and beetroots as potassium is important for lung function, and a deficiency in potassium may cause breathing problems.
- Drink plenty of fluids every day to thin mucus which makes it easier to cough out.
- Maintain a diet that includes complex carbohydrates such as lentils, beans, barley, oats, quinoa, bran, peas and potatoes with skin.
- Limit or avoid the intake of caffeinated drinks such as tea, coffee, soda, and energy drinks like red bull.
- Eat protein-rich foods such as meat, fish (particularly salmon, sardines and mackerel), eggs and poultry.
- Exercise regularly to strengthen your breathing muscles and boost your immune system. Learning breathing exercises will help you move more air in and out of your lungs.
- Quit smoking as it may irritate the lungs and worsen breathing problem.
Special Advise
Apply Tulobuterol on the new area each time to avoid skin irritation.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Asthma: It is a chronic (long-term) respiratory condition in which airways narrow, swell, and produce extra mucus, leading to difficulty in breathing. The symptoms of asthma include wheezing (whistling sound while breathing), shortness of breath, chest tightness, and cough, especially at night. The symptoms of mild persistent asthma may occur more than 2 times a week and up to 4 nights in a month, whereas, in the case of severe persistent asthma, the symptoms occur several times every day and most nights. The treatment for asthma includes medication, breathing exercises, and self-care.
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD): It is a group of lung diseases with emphysema (shortness of breath) and chronic bronchitis (inflammation of the lining of bronchial tubes). The major cause of COPD is smoking tobacco. Also, long-term exposure to fumes and chemicals may lead to COPD. The symptoms include chronic cough, shortness of breath, or wheezing (whistle sound while breathing).
FAQs
Tulobuterol contains Tulobuterol that works by relaxing muscles and widening the airways of the lungs. Thereby, makes breathing easier by opening airways.
It is not recommended to apply Tulobuterol on irritated skin, injured or cut area of skin. Also, it is advised to apply Tulobuterol on a new area of skin each time to avoid irritation.
You are not recommended to stop taking Tulobuterol without consulting your doctor as it may worsen the condition or cause recurring symptoms. Therefore, take Tulobuterol for as long as your doctor has prescribed it and if you experience any difficulty while taking Tulobuterol, please consult your doctor.
Tulobuterol should be used with caution in patients suffering from heart problems as it may worsen the condition. Therefore, if you have any heart diseases, it is recommended to inform your doctor before taking Tulobuterol.
You are not recommended to smoke if you have asthma as it may worsen your breathing problem.
Apply Tulobuterol on the clean and dry area of the skin such as the chest, upper arm or back. Carefully open the package without damaging the patch. If using scissors, be careful not to cut the patch, peel off the protective strip, and apply immediately on the skin. Then, gently press for 10 to 20 seconds and make sure that the skin patch remains in place. However, follow your doctor's instructions regarding the duration and frequency of use.
The common side effects of Tulobuterol are, itching at the site of the application, rash, redness, tremor and palpitations (a sensation that the heart is racing or pounding). If any of these side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
Yes, Tulobuterol is generally safe when used as prescribed by your doctor. It's important to follow your doctor's instructions carefully and report any persistent or severe side effects occurs.
