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• Bambuterol is one of the long acting beta-adrenoceptor agonists usually prescribed to relieve asthma. It is commonly used for children, and is more popular in the United Kingdom than the United States.

• Fast Facts:

  1. Brand names: Bambec, Oxeol
  2. Manufacturer: Astra Zeneca
  3. Also used to treat chronic bronchitis, emphysema and COPD
  4. Dosage: Once a day
  5. Tablet and liquid
  6. More popular in the United Kingdom
  7. Side effects: tremors, tachycardia, headache, nausea, rash and palpitations
  8. Will not relieve acute asthma attacks

• Details

  Bambuterol can be contraindicated by certain conditions, including hypertension, hyperthyroidism, diabetes or heart problems.PatientUK: Bambuterol

• Asthma Treatment

  Asthma is a disorder where the breathing passages have excess mucous and tend to be constricted easily. Bambuterol acts as a bronchodilator, expanding breathing passages to attempt to compensate for the condition. Bambuterol is a prodrug, meaning that it has to be metabolized before it provides relief. This allows it to act as a long-lasting asthma medication, as opposed to short-term treatments like albuterol inhalers. Disclaimer: The content in this page is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Please contact your doctor before taking Bambuterol.

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