Drug Groups

approved

Description

An adrenergic beta-2 agonist that is used as a bronchodilator and tocolytic. [PubChem]

Indication

Fenoterol is used for the treatment of asthma.

Pharmacology

Fenoterol is a beta agonist designed to open up the airways to the lungs by decreasing bronchconstriction.

Toxicity

Symptoms of overdose include angina (chest pain), dizziness, dry mouth, fatigue, flu-like symptoms, headache, heart irregularities, high or low blood pressure, high blood sugar, insomnia, muscle cramps, nausea, nervousness, rapid heartbeat, seizures, and tremor.

Affected Organisms

Biotransformation

Hepatic.

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