Terbutaline

Terbutaline

Terbutaline (/tɜːrˈbjuːtəliːn/ tur-BYOO-tə-leen) is a bronchodilator used in the management of asthma, premature labor, and other conditions. It is a beta-2 adrenergic receptor agonist, which means it works by relaxing the muscles in the airways and uterus.

Etymology

The term "Terbutaline" is derived from the chemical name tert-butylamine, which refers to its chemical structure. The "-ine" suffix is common in the names of many drugs, particularly those that act on the nervous system.

Usage

Terbutaline is primarily used to prevent and treat wheezing, shortness of breath, and chest tightness caused by asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and other lung diseases. It is also used to delay preterm labor by relaxing the muscles in the uterus.

Side Effects

Common side effects of Terbutaline include tremor, anxiety, headache, palpitations, and hyperglycemia. Severe side effects may include pulmonary edema, cardiac arrhythmias, and severe hypokalemia.

Related Terms

• Bronchodilator
• Asthma
• Premature labor
• Beta-2 adrenergic receptor agonist
• Wheezing
• Shortness of breath
• Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
• Preterm labor
• Tremor
• Anxiety
• Headache
• Palpitations
• Hyperglycemia
• Pulmonary edema
• Cardiac arrhythmias
• Hypokalemia

External links

• Medical encyclopedia article on Terbutaline
• Wikipedia's article - Terbutaline

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