Xopenex
· Trade Name
XOPENEX
· Generic Name
Levalbuterol
· Drug Class
Bronchodilator medication
Pulmonary medication
· How It Works
Medication relaxes airway smooth muscles
Medication stimulates beta2-adrenergic receptors
Medication dilates bronchioles
· Serious Side Effects
paradoxical bronchospasm
allergic reactions
anaphylaxis
angioedema
heart attack
cardiac arrest
arrhythmias
low potassium
· Common Side Effects
palpitations
dizziness
nervousness
chest pain
dry mouth
headache
tremor
fast heart rate
asthenia
runny nose
Posted on March 17, 2009
