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Note: This document contains side effect information about levalbuterol. Some of the dosage forms listed on this page may not apply to the brand name Xopenex.
In SummaryCommon side effects of Xopenex include: rhinitis. Other side effects include: nervousness and tremor. See below for a comprehensive list of adverse effects.
For the ConsumerApplies to levalbuterol: inhalation aerosol powder, inhalation solution
Along with its needed effects, levalbuterol (the active ingredient contained in Xopenex) may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.
Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur while taking levalbuterol:
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Incidence not known
Get emergency help immediately if any of the following symptoms of overdose occur while taking levalbuterol:
Symptoms of overdose
Some side effects of levalbuterol may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects. Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:
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For Healthcare Professionals
Applies to levalbuterol: inhalation aerosol, inhalation solution
GeneralThis drug has been associated with paradoxical bronchospasm, cardiovascular effects, immediate hypersensitivity reactions, and hypokalemia.
CardiovascularECG abnormal, ECG change, hypotension, and syncope occurred in less than 2%.
Common (1% to 10%): Hypertension, tachycardia
Frequency not reported: ECG abnormal, ECG change, hypotension, syncope
Postmarketing reports: Arrhythmias (including atrial fibrillation, supraventricular tachycardia, extrasystoles)
MusculoskeletalMyalgia occurred in less than 2%.
Common (1% to 10%): Leg cramps
Frequency not reported: Myalgia
MetabolicMetabolic acidosis occurred in less than 2%.
Frequency not reported: Changes in plasma glucose and serum potassium; metabolic acidosis
Nervous systemCentral nervous system stimulation and hyperesthesia of the hand occurred in less than 2%.
Common (1% to 10%): Dizziness, migraine, tremor, nervousness
Frequency not reported: Central nervous system stimulation, hyperesthesia of the hand
OtherCommon (1% to 10%): Pain, flu syndrome, accidental injury, asthenia, fever
Frequency not reported: Ear pain, herpes simplex, chills, cyst
Ear pain, herpes simplex, chills, and cyst occurred in less than 2%.
GastrointestinalDiarrhea, dry mouth, dry throat, nausea, gastroenteritis, vomiting, and constipation occurred in less than 2%.
Common (1% to 10%): Dyspepsia
Frequency not reported: Diarrhea, dry mouth, dry throat, nausea, gastroenteritis, vomiting, constipation
Postmarketing reports: Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), nausea
RespiratoryCommon (1% to 10%): Asthma, pharyngitis, rhinitis, bronchitis, sinusitis, turbinate edema, cough increased, viral infection
Frequency not reported: Epistaxis, lung disorder, asthma exacerbation, wheezing
Postmarketing reports: Chest pain, dysphonia, dyspnea
Viral infection, epistaxis, lung disorder, asthma exacerbation, and wheezing occurred in less than 2%.
DermatologicFrequency not reported: Acne, sweating
Postmarketing reports: Rash, urticaria
Acne and sweating occurred less than 2%.
HypersensitivityCommon (1% to 10%): Allergic reactions
Postmarketing reports: Angioedema, anaphylaxis
GenitourinaryFrequency not reported: Hematuria, dysmenorrhea, vaginal moniliasis
Hematuria, dysmenorrhea, vaginal moniliasis occurred in less than 2%.
ImmunologicFrequency not reported: Lymphadenopathy
Lymphadenopathy occurred in less than 2%.
OcularEye itch occurred in less than 2%.
Frequency not reported: Eye itch
PsychiatricInsomnia occurred in less than 2%.
Common (1% to 10%): Anxiety
Frequency not reported: Insomnia
Medically reviewed by USARx EDITORIAL TEAM Last updated on 1/3/2022.
Source: Drugs.com Xopenex (www.drugs.com/xopenex.html).
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