Metaproteranol

Were you looking for information on Metaproterenol? Metaproteranol is a common misspelling of metaproterenol.
 
A healthcare provider may prescribe metaproterenol to treat bronchospasms caused by asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). The drug works by opening up the airways so that more air can get into and through the lungs. In clinical studies, metaproterenol started working within five minutes, and its effects typically lasted for five hours. Most people tolerate the drug well, but side effects are possible. Common ones include dizziness, headaches, and heart palpitations.
 
(For more information, click Metaproterenol. Topics include how the drug is taken, what to discuss with your healthcare provider before starting treatment, and what to expect in case of an overdose.)
 
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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
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