Review the side-effects of Levalbuterol HCl as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.
If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Adults and Adolescents-
Body as a Whole - Allergic reaction, flu syndrome, chills, chest pain, accidental injury and back pain.
Heart- Fast heart rate, abnormal ECG, high/low blood pressure and fainting.
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Gastrointestinal- Indigestion, dry mouth, dry throat, metabolic acidosis, stomach inflammation and nausea.
Musculoskeletal- Leg cramps and muscle pain.
Central Nervous System - Dizziness, muscle weakness, sleeplessness, sensory loss in hands, nervousness, tingling, headache, tremor and anxiety.
Respiratory - Increased cough, viral infection and nose inflammation.
Special Senses- Itching in the eyes.
Children 6-11 years old-
Body as a Whole- Abdominal pain, accidental injury, weakness, fever, headache and viral infection.
Gastrointestinal - Diarrhea.
Blood - Swollen glands.
Musculoskeletal- Muscle pain.
Respiratory- Asthma and inflammation of pharynx/nose.
Skin- Skin inflammation, rashes and hives.
Special Senses- Ear inflammation.
It may cause dry mouth or unpleasant taste in your mouth, rinse your mouth with water.
Monitor lung function while taking this medication.
Xopenex, Xopenex Concentrate, Xopenex HFA
If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Adults and Adolescents-
Body as a Whole - Allergic reaction, flu syndrome, chills, chest pain, accidental injury and back pain.
Heart- Fast heart rate, abnormal ECG, high/low blood pressure and fainting.
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Gastrointestinal- Indigestion, dry mouth, dry throat, metabolic acidosis, stomach inflammation and nausea.
Musculoskeletal- Leg cramps and muscle pain.
Central Nervous System - Dizziness, muscle weakness, sleeplessness, sensory loss in hands, nervousness, tingling, headache, tremor and anxiety.
Respiratory - Increased cough, viral infection and nose inflammation.
Special Senses- Itching in the eyes.
Children 6-11 years old-
Body as a Whole- Abdominal pain, accidental injury, weakness, fever, headache and viral infection.
Gastrointestinal - Diarrhea.
Blood - Swollen glands.
Musculoskeletal- Muscle pain.
Respiratory- Asthma and inflammation of pharynx/nose.
Skin- Skin inflammation, rashes and hives.
Special Senses- Ear inflammation.
Other Precautions :
Avoid excess dosage.It may cause dry mouth or unpleasant taste in your mouth, rinse your mouth with water.
Monitor lung function while taking this medication.
Drug Name : Levalbuterol HCl
Levalbuterol HCl(Xopenex) generic is a bronchodilator, prescribed for the treatment or prevention of bronchospasm in adults, adolescents and children 6 years of age and older. It widens air passage and helps in easy breathing.Trade Names for Levalbuterol HCl
International :
Xopenex, Xopenex Concentrate, Xopenex HFA
