ADVERSE REACTIONS
Adverse reactions are similar to those noted with other sympathomimetic agents. The most frequent adverse reaction to Alupent® (metaproterenol sulfate USP) administered by metered-dose inhaler among 251 patients in 90-day controlled clinical trials was nervousness. This was reported in 6.8% of patients. Less frequent adverse experiences, occurring in 1-4% of patients were headache, dizziness, palpitations, gastrointestinal distress, tremor, throat irritation, nausea, vomiting, cough and asthma exacerbation. Tachycardia occurred in less than 1% of patients.
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REPORTS OF SIDE EFFECTS / ADVERSE REACTIONS RELATED TO ALUPENT
Below is a sample of reports where side effects / adverse reactions may be related to Alupent. The information is not vetted and should not be cosidered as verified clinical evidence.
Possible Alupent side effects / adverse reactions in 9 month old male
Reported by a physician on 2007-05-04
Patient: 9 month old male weighing 11.2 kg (24.6 pounds)
Reactions: LIP Swelling, Rash Maculo-Papular
Adverse event resulted in: hospitalization
Suspect drug(s):
Alupent
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