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A2,
B,
C1,
C2,
D,
E,
F,
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L,
M,
N,
O,
P1,
P2,
Q-R,
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W-Z
Xopenex Patient, Information, Instructions - Levalbuterol
Xopenex Patient, Information, Instructions - Levalbuterol
PATIENT INFORMATION
The action of Xopenex
(levalbuterol HCl) Inhalation Solution may last up to 8 hours. Xopenex
Inhalation Solution should not be used more frequently than recommended.
Do not increase the dose
or frequency of dosing
of Xopenex Inhalation Solution without consulting your physician.
If you find that treatment with Xopenex Inhalation Solution becomes
less effective for symptomatic relief, your symptoms become worse,
and/or you need to use
the product more frequently than usual, you should seek medical
attention immediately.
While you are taking Xopenex Inhalation Solution, other inhaled
drugs and asthma medications should be taken only as directed by
your physician. Common adverse effects include palpitations, chest
pain, rapid heart
rate, headache, dizziness,
and tremor or nervousness.
If you are pregnant
or nursing, contact
your physician about
the use of Xopenex Inhalation Solution.
Effective and safe use of Xopenex Inhalation Solution requires
consideration of the following information in addition
to that provided under Patient’s Instructions for Use:
Xopenex Inhalation Solution single-use low-density polyethylene
(LDPE) vials should be protected from light
and excessive heat. Store in the protective foil pouch
between 15°C and 25°C (59°F and 77°F). Do not use
after the expiration
date stamped on the container. Unused vials should be stored in
the protective foil
pouch. Once the foil pouch
is opened, the vials should be used within two weeks. Discard if
the solution is not
colorless.
The drug compatibility
(physical and chemical), efficacy,
and safety of Xopenex Inhalation Solution when mixed
with other drugs in a nebulizer have not been established.
Read complete instructions carefully before using.
- Open by tearing on the serrated edge
along the seam of the foil
pouch. Remove one unit-dose vial
for immediate use.
Keep the rest of the
unused unit-dose vials in the foil
pouch to protect them
from light.
- Carefully twist open
the top of one unit-dose vial
and squeeze the entire contents into the nebulizer
reservoir.
- Connect the nebulizer
reservoir to the
mouthpiece or face mask.
- Connect the nebulizer
to the compressor.
- Sit in a comfortable, upright position. Place the mouthpiece
in your mouth (or put on the face
mask) and turn on the compressor.
- Breathe as calmly, deeply, and evenly as possible until no
more mist is formed in the nebulizer
reservoir (about
5 to 15 minutes). At this
point, the treatment
is finished.
- Clean the nebulizer
(see manufacturer’s instructions).
Note: Xopenex (levalbuterol HCl) Inhalation Solution should
be used in a nebulizer
only under the direction of a physician. More frequent administration
or higher doses are not recommended. This solution
should not be injected
or administered orally. Protect from light
and excessive heat. Store in the protective
foil pouch
between 15°C and 25°C (59°F and 77°F). Keep unopened
vials in the foil pouch.
Once the foil pouch is
opened, the vials should be used within two weeks. Once an individual
vial is removed from the
foil pouch, if it is not
to be used immediately, it should be protected from light
and used within one week. Once an individual vial
is opened it should be used immediately or discarded. Discard the
vial if the solution
is not colorless.
The safety and effectiveness
of Xopenex Inhalation Solution have not been determined when one
or more drugs are mixed
with it in a nebulizer. Check with your doctor
before mixing any medication
in your nebulizer.
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