Tulobuterol

Information about Tulobuterol

Tulobuterol Uses

Tulobuterol is used in the treatment of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.

How Tulobuterol works

Tulobuterol is a bronchodilator. It works by relaxing the muscles in the airways and widens airways. This makes breathing easier.

Common side effects of Tulobuterol

Tremors, Headache, Restlessness, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Palpitations, Muscle cramp
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Dr. Shreya Gupta
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Last updated
21 Jul 2021 | 11:01 AM (UTC)

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Available Medicine for Tulobuterol

TuloplastZuventus Healthcare Ltd
₹676 to ₹9103 variant(s)
TulomaxHetero Healthcare Limited
₹35 to ₹453 variant(s)
Tulo-TouchSparsha Pharma International Pvt Ltd
₹616 to ₹7563 variant(s)

Expert advice for Tulobuterol

  • Apply tulobuterol transdermal patch once daily on chest, back, or upper arm as per the specified dosage regimen.
  • Before using a transdermal skin patch, clean and dry the application site.
  • Always use new site for patch application to avoid skin irritation.
  • Tell your doctor if you are suffering from diabetes, hypertension (high blood pressure), hyperthyroidism (increased levels of thyroid hormone), atopic dermatitis (skin allergies and inflammation) and heart conditions such as irregular heartbeat and myocardial insufficiency (poor functioning of the heart muscles).
  • Seek medical attention if you experience sudden difficulty in breathing (dyspnea), flushing, swelling of the lips and face (angioedema) and skin rashes (urticaria).
  • Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant or are breastfeeding. 
  • Do not take if you are allergic to tulobuterol or any of its ingredients.
  • Do not take if you are suffering from tumor of the adrenal glands (pheochromocytoma).
  • Do not give to infants less than 6 months of age.

Frequently asked questions for Tulobuterol

Tulobuterol

Q. How do you use a transdermal patch?

A transdermal patch is applied to the skin, either on the chest, back, or upper arm. Do not apply Tulobuterol to any damaged area of irritated or injured skin. Always apply the patch on a new site to avoid irritating the skin. If you are not sure or have any doubts, ask your doctor.

Q. What does Tulobuterol do?

Tulobuterol is applied onto the skin, and helps in gradual absorption of the medicine through the skin, and bloodstream. This way, a small quantity of the medicine is consistently delivered to the bloodstream for a longer duration of time. Slowly but surely it improves the symptoms such as respiratory distress caused by airway obstruction of bronchial asthma or Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary disease (COPD).

Q. What are the side effects of Tulobuterol?

The most common side effects of Tulobuterol are tremor, headache, restlessness, insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), palpitations, and muscle cramps. However, these side effects are usually not bothersome and resolve in some time. If they persist for a longer duration or worry you, consult your doctor.

Q. Is Tulobuterol safe?

Tulobuterol is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Use it exactly as directed by the doctor to get the most benefit. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.

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