Other names: Xopenex
Categories: Prescription Medication
Description:
Levalbuterol is a short-acting beta-agonist (SABA) used for the quick relief of asthma symptoms, such as wheezing, shortness of breath, and chest tightness. It works by relaxing the muscles around the airways, making it easier to breathe during an asthma flare-up.
Levalbuterol is the R-isomer of albuterol, thought to cause fewer side effects like jitteriness or increased heart rate in some patients. It is typically used as needed for acute symptom relief and before exercise to prevent bronchospasm. It’s available as an inhaler or nebulizer solution and is often chosen when patients are sensitive to regular albuterol.
Treatment For:
AI generated Summary: Based on the single review provided, Levalbuterol appears to be an effective treatment for asthma, with similar efficacy to albuterol. However, due to its higher cost, it is typically reserved for patients who experience side effects from albuterol and is not usually used as a first-line treatment option.
Levalbuterol has similar effectiveness to albuterol but is typically reserved for patients who experience side effects like tachycardia or jitteriness from albuterol. Due to its higher cost, it’s not usually used as a first-line option unless better tolerated.
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