Terbutaline
Brand: Bricanyl (global)
Bronchodilator
Short-acting β2 agonist (SABA)
Pharmacokinetics
| Half-life | 4 hours |
| Clearance Route | hepatic |
| Active Metabolites | yes |
| Notes | Oral bioavailability low (~10–20%). |
⚠️ Safety & Warnings
Severity: Moderate
Adverse Effects:
Tachycardia, tremors, hypokalemia, hyperglycemia
Contraindications:
Severe tachyarrhythmias
Precautions:
Avoid excessive use; caution in diabetes and hyperthyroidism