Brethine (Terbutaline) Class:
Sympathomimetic and tocolytic(tocolytic used to arrest uterine contractions)
Brethine (Terbutaline) Actions
1. Beta 2 selective: bronchodilator2. Beta 1: Chronotropic3. Relaxes uterine muscles to supress contractions
Brethine (Terbutaline) Indications
1. Bronchial Asthma2. Bronchospasm with COPD3. Preterm Labor
Brethine (Terbutaline) Contraindications
Allergy to Medication
Brethine (Terbutaline) Precautions
Constantly monitor vitals and ECG
Brethine (Terbutaline) Side Effects
1. Palpitations2. Tachycardia & PVC's3. Anxiety4. Tremor5. Headache
Brethine (Terbutaline) Dosage
Subcutaneous Injections: .25 mg may be repeated in 15 - 30 minutes
Brethine (Terbutaline) Route
SQ
Brethine (Terbutaline) How Supplied
ampule: 1mg/mL
Brethine (Terbutaline) Pediatric Dosage
.01 mg/kg subcutaneously