Uses | • asthma • chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) (available on site) |
Contraindications, drug interactions or cautions | Drug interactions • anticholinergic-containing drugs |
Adverse Effects (common and severe) | • dry mouth • taste changes • urinary retention |
Instructions and dose (initial; typical) | MDI: 20mcg; 2 puffs every 8-6 hours or 250mcg Nebs: every 8 hours |
Monitoring | • glucose in diabetics |
Source of Suggestion | WHO Model List of Essential Medicines (Added on August, 2015) |