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Alupent contains the active ingredient orciprenaline, which is also known as metaproterenol. It is a prescription bronchodilator used to prevent or relieve bronchospasm in people with asthma and other lung conditions.
Bronchospasm occurs when the muscles around the airways suddenly tighten. This narrows the breathing passages and makes it harder for air to move into and out of the lungs.
Alupent relaxes these muscles and opens the airways, making breathing easier.
Asthma is a long-term condition that causes the airways to become inflamed, sensitive, and narrow.
During an asthma flare-up, the muscles around the airways may tighten. The lining of the airways can also become swollen and produce more mucus.
This may cause:
Alupent helps relax tightened airway muscles and relieve bronchospasm. This allows more air to pass through the lungs.
Alupent may also be used to relieve reversible bronchospasm associated with chronic bronchitis or emphysema. These conditions are commonly associated with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, also known as COPD.
Chronic bronchitis causes long-term inflammation and mucus buildup in the airways. Emphysema damages the small air sacs in the lungs and makes it harder to move air out.
People with these conditions may experience:
Alupent may improve airflow when airway tightening contributes to these symptoms.
Alupent belongs to a class of medications called beta-adrenergic agonists or adrenergic bronchodilators.
It stimulates beta receptors in the smooth muscles surrounding the airways. This causes the muscles to relax and the breathing passages to widen.
As a result, Alupent may:
Alupent acts mainly on airway tightening. It does not directly treat all causes of breathing difficulty.
For example, asthma also involves inflammation inside the airways. A healthcare provider may therefore prescribe an inhaled corticosteroid or another controller medication to manage the underlying inflammation.
Do not replace a prescribed controller medication with Alupent unless your healthcare provider tells you to do so.
Metaproterenol has historically been available in inhaled and oral forms. Inhaled medication delivers the bronchodilator directly to the lungs, while oral forms affect the entire body.
The correct formulation, dose, and schedule depend on the condition being treated and the product available in your country.
Availability of the Alupent brand and metaproterenol products varies by location. Some older formulations have been discontinued or replaced by newer bronchodilators.
After taking Alupent, a person may notice:
The speed and duration of relief depend on the formulation used, the severity of the bronchospasm, and the person’s response to treatment.
Alupent helps control breathing symptoms but does not cure asthma, chronic bronchitis, emphysema, or COPD.
Breathing symptoms may return when the medication wears off. Other long-term treatments may be needed to prevent flare-ups and protect lung function.
Contact your healthcare provider if Alupent becomes less effective, does not last as long as usual, or is needed more frequently.
These changes may mean that the lung condition is becoming worse or is not adequately controlled.
Seek urgent medical care if you experience:
A healthcare provider will decide whether Alupent is suitable based on:
Use Alupent only as prescribed. Do not increase the dose or use it more frequently without speaking with your healthcare provider.
Take orciprenaline exactly as prescribed by your healthcare provider. Depending on the product, it may be available as tablets or an oral liquid.
The medication may be taken with or without food. If it causes stomach upset, taking it with food may help.
Orciprenaline is often taken three or four times daily. Take each dose at evenly spaced times to maintain a steady effect throughout the day.
Do not take a larger dose, use it more often, or continue it longer than prescribed.
The tablet dose depends on your age, medical condition, symptoms, and response to treatment.
Some adults and older children may be prescribed 20 mg three or four times daily. However, the correct dose can vary.
Swallow the tablets with water and follow the exact instructions on your prescription label.
Use a medication syringe, dosing cup, or measuring spoon to measure the oral liquid. Do not use a household teaspoon because it may provide the wrong amount.
Possible dosing schedules may include:
The concentration of oral liquid products can vary. A dose measured in milliliters is only safe when matched to the strength of the specific product.
Do not give a child orciprenaline unless it has been prescribed specifically for that child.
Tell your healthcare provider about all breathing treatments you use, including tablets, inhalers, nebulizer solutions, and over-the-counter products.
Your healthcare provider will explain when to take orciprenaline in relation to your other asthma or COPD medications.
Do not stop an inhaled corticosteroid or another controller medication when starting orciprenaline unless your healthcare provider tells you to do so.
When orciprenaline is prescribed for daily use, take it at the same times each day.
Contact your healthcare provider if the medication becomes less effective, does not last as long as usual, or is needed more often. These changes may mean that your breathing condition is getting worse.
Take a missed dose as soon as you remember.
However, skip it if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose. Continue with your regular schedule.
Do not take two doses at the same time or take extra medication to make up for a missed dose.
Alupent (Orciprenaline) is available in the following forms and strength:
Tell your healthcare provider about your complete medical history before using Alupent.
Extra caution may be needed if you have:
These conditions may increase the risk of side effects or require closer monitoring.
Alupent can stimulate the heart and may cause a faster heartbeat, palpitations, chest discomfort, or changes in blood pressure.
Contact your healthcare provider if you develop a persistent rapid heartbeat, an irregular heartbeat, chest pain, severe dizziness, or fainting.
Seek immediate medical care for severe chest pain or breathing difficulty.
Alupent may increase blood sugar levels in some people.
Tell your healthcare provider if you have diabetes. You may need to check your blood sugar more often, especially when starting treatment or after a dose change.
Contact your healthcare provider if your blood sugar becomes difficult to control.
People with hyperthyroidism may be more sensitive to Alupent’s stimulating effects.
This may increase symptoms such as shaking, nervousness, sweating, or a rapid heartbeat. Your healthcare provider may monitor you more closely.
Use Alupent with caution if you have epilepsy, a history of seizures, or another neurological condition.
Tell your healthcare provider if you experience a seizure, severe confusion, unusual muscle movements, or a significant change in alertness.
Alupent may interact with certain prescription medications, over-the-counter products, and supplements.
Tell your healthcare provider about everything you take, including other inhalers or bronchodilators.
Important interactions may occur with:
Using several bronchodilators together may increase the risk of a rapid heartbeat, shaking, low potassium, or other serious side effects.
Do not start, stop, or change another medication without medical advice.
Alupent may cause an allergic reaction in some people.
Stop using the medication and seek immediate medical care if you develop:
Tell your healthcare provider if you have previously had an allergic reaction to Alupent or another beta-agonist medication.
Alupent may cause dizziness, light-headedness, shaking, or nervousness.
Do not drive, operate machinery, or perform hazardous activities until you know how the medication affects you.
Stand up slowly from a sitting or lying position. Contact your healthcare provider if dizziness is severe, persistent, or causes fainting.
Use Alupent exactly as directed by your healthcare provider.
Do not take more than prescribed or use it more often, as this can increase the risk of serious heart and nervous-system side effects.
Contact your healthcare provider if Alupent no longer provides the usual relief or if you need it more frequently. This may mean your breathing condition is getting worse.
Alupent may be prescribed for children, but the dose depends on the child’s age, weight, medical condition, and the formulation being used. Do not give Alupent to a child unless it has been specifically prescribed by a healthcare provider. Follow the dosing instructions carefully and use an accurate measuring device for liquid medicine.
Store Alupent at room temperature, usually between 20°C and 25°C. Keep the medication away from direct light, excessive heat, and moisture. Store it in its original container and keep it tightly closed when not in use. Keep Alupent out of the reach of children and pets. Follow any additional storage instructions provided with your specific product.
Tell your healthcare provider if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding. There is limited information about the use of Alupent during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Your healthcare provider will consider the possible benefits and risks before recommending treatment. Do not begin or stop Alupent without medical guidance.
Alupent may be used to relieve reversible bronchospasm associated with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, also known as COPD. It relaxes the muscles around the airways, which may reduce wheezing, chest tightness, and shortness of breath. The response to treatment varies. Other medications are usually needed for long-term COPD management.
The dosing schedule depends on the form of Alupent, the condition being treated, and your healthcare provider’s instructions. Some oral forms may be taken three or four times daily. Inhaled forms may have different dosing instructions. Do not take extra doses or use Alupent more often than prescribed. Contact your healthcare provider if you need it more frequently or if it provides less relief than usual.
The time it takes Alupent to work depends on the formulation. Inhaled forms may begin opening the airways within several minutes. Oral forms generally take longer to produce noticeable effects. Seek medical care if your breathing does not improve after using the medication as directed or if your symptoms become severe.
| Generic name: | Orciprenalinde |
|---|---|
| Formulation: | Tablet |
| Strength(s): | 10mg |
| Quantities Available: | 90 |
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When ordering Alupent (orciprenaline) from a Canadian pharmacy, you can typically purchase up to a 90-day supply at one time, which is standard for prescription medications to ensure continuous management of conditions like asthma or COPD without frequent refills.
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Dosage and Quantity: Alupent is commonly prescribed in dosage of 10 mg taken three to four times daily depending on your healthcare provider’s recommendation. For example, if prescribed 10 mg three times daily, for a 90-day supply you would order 270 tablets (90 days x 3 tablets per day).
Yes, we sell orciprenaline at our pharmacy, and you can enjoy low prices. However, to purchase orciprenaline, you will need a valid prescription from your healthcare provider. We require this prescription to dispense the medication safely and appropriately. You can provide your prescription by mailing, faxing, or uploading it through your online account.
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