Asthmanefrin Side Effects

Generic name: racepinephrine

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Sep 1, 2024.

Note: This document provides detailed information about Asthmanefrin.

Applies to racepinephrine: inhalation solution Side Effects associated with racepinephrine. Some dosage forms listed on this page may not apply specifically to the brand name Asthmanefrin.

Applies to racepinephrine: inhalation solution.

Precautions

It is very important that your doctor check your or your child's progress at regular visits to make sure that this medicine is working properly and to check for unwanted effects.

Check with your doctor if your symptoms do not improve or if they get worse. Your asthma may be getting worse if:

• You are not better in 20 minutes.
• You need more than 12 inhalations in 24 hours.
• You use more than 9 inhalations in 24 hours for 3 or more days a week.
• You have more than 2 asthma attacks in a week.

Check with your doctor right away if you have trouble sleeping, fast heartbeat, tremors, nervousness, or seizures.

Do not use this medicine if you are using or have used an MAO inhibitor (MAOI) such as isocarboxazid [Marplan®], linezolid [Zyvox®], phenelzine [Nardil®], selegiline [Eldepryl®], tranylcypromine [Parnate®]) within the past 14 days.

This medicine may cause high blood pressure, which may increase your risk for heart attack or stroke. Check with your doctor right away if you are having chest pain or discomfort, nausea or vomiting, pain or discomfort in the arms, jaw, back, or neck, slurred speech, or weakness.

Do not take other medicines unless they have been discussed with your doctor. This includes prescription or nonprescription (over-the-counter [OTC]) medicines and herbal or vitamin supplements.

Serious side effects of Asthmanefrin

Along with its needed effects, racepinephrine (the active ingredient contained in Asthmanefrin) may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.

Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur while taking racepinephrine:

Other side effects of Asthmanefrin

Some side effects of racepinephrine may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects.

Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:

For healthcare professionals

Applies to racepinephrine: inhalation solution.

Cardiovascular adverse events

• Frequency not reported: Increased blood pressure, increase heart rate^[Ref]

Nervous system

• Frequency not reported: Tremors, nervousness, seizure, difficulty sleeping^[Ref]

Respiratory

• Frequency not reported: Worsening asthma^[Ref]

See also:

Further information

Asthmanefrin side effects can vary depending on the individual. Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.

Note: Medication side effects may be underreported. If you are experiencing side effects that are not listed, submit a report to the FDA by following this guide.

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