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Bricanyl®

BRONCHODILATORS

SHORT-ACTING BETA-2 AGONIST (SABA)

  • Class

    • Short-acting beta-2 agonist (SABA)

  • Active ingredient

    • Terbutaline sulfate

  • Device

  • Age

    • 6 +

  • Typical use

    • Asthma
      reliever medication

    Asthma management principles

    • COPD
      reliever medication

    COPD management principles

  • Marketed strength

    • 500 mcg

  • Number of doses

    • 120 doses

  • Dose indicator

    • Yes | Indicator

  • Usual adult dosage

    • 1 inh q 4-6h PRN
      Maximum daily dose: 6 inh (3000 mcg)

  • Usual pediatric dosage

    • 6-17 years
      1 inh q 4-6h PRN
      Maximum daily dose : 6 inh (3000 mcg)

  • Required inspiratory flow

    • > 30 - 60 L/min
      Medium-high internal resistance (R4)

    Inspiratory flows

  • Public coverage

    • All provinces | Open/Regular Benefit

  • Advantages

    • No synchronism required
    • Dose indicator

  • Disadvantages

    • Requires a good inspiratory flow which can be reduced during bronchospasm
    • Taste that can be unpleasant
    Side effects

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