Levalbuterol (Inhalation-Local)
Brand Names : Xopenex
Category- Bronchodilator, adrenergic (inhalation-local)
DescriptionLevalbuterol (lee-val-BYOO-ter-ole)
belongs to the family of adrenergic bronchodilators. Levalbuterol is used
to prevent or treat chest tightness, shortness of breath, troubled breathing
and wheezing associated with bronchospasm.
This medicine is breathed in through the mouth by using a nebulizer and
compressor. Levalbuterol opens up the bronchial tubes (air passages) of the
lungs.
This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription, in the
following dosage form:
Inhalation
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Solution (U.S.)
Brand NamesSome commonly used brand names are:
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