Metaproterenol Sulfate
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Bronchial Spasm, Asthma + 1 more
Treatment
8 FDA approvals
20 Active Studies for Metaproterenol Sulfate
Treatment for
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
What is Metaproterenol Sulfate
Orciprenaline
The Generic name of this drug
Treatment Summary
A beta-adrenergic agonist is a medication used to treat asthma and other breathing problems. This medication works by stimulating the beta-adrenergic receptors in the body, which helps to relax the muscles in the airways and improve breathing.
Alupent
is the brand name
Metaproterenol Sulfate Overview & Background
Brand Name
Generic Name
First FDA Approval
How many FDA approvals?
Alupent
Orciprenaline
1973
10
Approved as Treatment by the FDA
Orciprenaline, also known as Alupent, is approved by the FDA for 8 uses which include Bronchospasm and Chronic Bronchitis .
Bronchospasm
Chronic Bronchitis
Helps manage Chronic Bronchitis
Pulmonary Emphysema
Helps manage Pulmonary Emphysema
Asthma
Helps manage Asthma
Bronchial Spasm
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
Helps manage Pulmonary Emphysema
Bronchitis, Chronic
Helps manage Chronic Bronchitis
Asthma
Helps manage Asthma
Effectiveness
How Metaproterenol Sulfate Affects Patients
Orciprenaline (also known as metaproterenol) is a drug used to help open the airways in the lungs. It works by activating certain receptors inside the cells that lead to the relaxation of the airway muscles and a decrease in inflammation-causing molecules.
How Metaproterenol Sulfate works in the body
Orciprenaline is a drug that activates certain receptors in your lungs, uterus, and muscles. It works by activating a specific enzyme which then increases the production of a chemical called cAMP. This leads to the drug's effects on these organs and tissues.
When to interrupt dosage
The recommended portion of Metaproterenol Sulfate is contingent upon the diagnosed disorder, including Chronic Bronchitis, Bronchospasm and Asthma. The amount of dosage is contingent upon the procedure of administration (e.g. Oral or Liquid - Respiratory (inhalation)) featured in the table below.
Condition
Dosage
Administration
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
10.0 mg/mL, , 10.0 mg, 20.0 mg, 0.75 mg, 6.0 mg/mL, 4.0 mg/mL, 0.65 mg, 15.0 mg/mL, 2.0 mg/mL, 50.0 mg/mL
, Oral, Syrup - Oral, Syrup, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Aerosol, Liquid, Solution - Respiratory (inhalation), Solution, Respiratory (inhalation), Aerosol, metered, Aerosol, metered - Respiratory (inhalation), Liquid - Respiratory (inhalation), Aerosol - Respiratory (inhalation)
Bronchial Spasm
10.0 mg/mL, , 10.0 mg, 20.0 mg, 0.75 mg, 6.0 mg/mL, 4.0 mg/mL, 0.65 mg, 15.0 mg/mL, 2.0 mg/mL, 50.0 mg/mL
, Oral, Syrup - Oral, Syrup, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Aerosol, Liquid, Solution - Respiratory (inhalation), Solution, Respiratory (inhalation), Aerosol, metered, Aerosol, metered - Respiratory (inhalation), Liquid - Respiratory (inhalation), Aerosol - Respiratory (inhalation)
Asthma
10.0 mg/mL, , 10.0 mg, 20.0 mg, 0.75 mg, 6.0 mg/mL, 4.0 mg/mL, 0.65 mg, 15.0 mg/mL, 2.0 mg/mL, 50.0 mg/mL
, Oral, Syrup - Oral, Syrup, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Aerosol, Liquid, Solution - Respiratory (inhalation), Solution, Respiratory (inhalation), Aerosol, metered, Aerosol, metered - Respiratory (inhalation), Liquid - Respiratory (inhalation), Aerosol - Respiratory (inhalation)
Bronchitis, Chronic
10.0 mg/mL, , 10.0 mg, 20.0 mg, 0.75 mg, 6.0 mg/mL, 4.0 mg/mL, 0.65 mg, 15.0 mg/mL, 2.0 mg/mL, 50.0 mg/mL
, Oral, Syrup - Oral, Syrup, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Aerosol, Liquid, Solution - Respiratory (inhalation), Solution, Respiratory (inhalation), Aerosol, metered, Aerosol, metered - Respiratory (inhalation), Liquid - Respiratory (inhalation), Aerosol - Respiratory (inhalation)
Warnings
Metaproterenol Sulfate Contraindications
Condition
Risk Level
Notes
Cardiac Arrhythmia
Do Not Combine
There are 20 known major drug interactions with Metaproterenol Sulfate.
Common Metaproterenol Sulfate Drug Interactions
Drug Name
Risk Level
Description
Iobenguane
Major
Orciprenaline can cause a decrease in the absorption of Iobenguane resulting in a reduced serum concentration and potentially a decrease in efficacy.
1-benzylimidazole
Minor
The risk or severity of hypertension can be increased when Orciprenaline is combined with 1-benzylimidazole.
2,5-Dimethoxy-4-ethylamphetamine
Minor
The risk or severity of hypertension can be increased when Orciprenaline is combined with 2,5-Dimethoxy-4-ethylamphetamine.
2,5-Dimethoxy-4-ethylthioamphetamine
Minor
The risk or severity of hypertension can be increased when Orciprenaline is combined with 2,5-Dimethoxy-4-ethylthioamphetamine.
4-Bromo-2,5-dimethoxyamphetamine
Minor
The risk or severity of hypertension can be increased when Orciprenaline is combined with 4-Bromo-2,5-dimethoxyamphetamine.
Metaproterenol Sulfate Toxicity & Overdose Risk
Overdosing on Verapamil can cause chest pain, high or low blood pressure, abnormal heart rhythms, anxiety, headaches, trembling, dry mouth, racing heartbeat, nausea, dizziness, tiredness, discomfort, and difficulty sleeping. The lowest toxic dose in rats is 42 mg/kg when taken orally.
Metaproterenol Sulfate Novel Uses: Which Conditions Have a Clinical Trial Featuring Metaproterenol Sulfate?
162 active clinical trials are assessing the potential of Metaproterenol Sulfate to provide relief for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Chronic Bronchitis and Asthma.
Condition
Clinical Trials
Trial Phases
Asthma
92 Actively Recruiting
Phase 1, Phase 4, Early Phase 1, Phase 2, Not Applicable, Phase 3
Bronchial Spasm
0 Actively Recruiting
Bronchitis, Chronic
0 Actively Recruiting
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
0 Actively Recruiting
Patient Q&A Section about metaproterenol sulfate
These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.
What are the side effects to metaproterenol?
"If you experience serious side effects from Alupent, such as an allergic reaction, chest pains, or an irregular heart beat, tell your doctor."
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What is metaproterenol sulfate used for?
"Metaproterenol is used to prevent and treat wheezing, shortness of breath, coughing, and chest tightness caused by asthma, chronic bronchitis, emphysema, and other lung diseases by relaxes and opens air passages in the lungs, making it easier to breathe."
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