What is Berotec?
Berotec is a short-acting beta-2-sympathomimetic (SABA) with the active ingredient Fenoterol. It is used as an emergency medication for acute respiratory distress by asthma or COPD.
Fenoterol acts similar to salbutamol, but has a somewhat stronger effect on the cardiovascular system. Berotec is used primarily as a dosing aerosol and as a solution for nebulisers. The active compound is also contained in the combination berodual (with ipratropium).
Berotec is manufactured by Boehringer Ingelheim.
Active Ingredients & Mechanism of Action
Active ingredient: Fenoterol
Fenoterol acts as beta-2-agonist:
Active mechanism:
- Activated beta-2-adrenoceptors in bronchial muscles
- Increases intracellular cAMP levels
- Relaxing the smooth muscles
- Extends the narrowed bronchies
Time:
- Effect entry: 3-5 minutes
- Maximum effect: 30-60 minutes
- duration of action: 4-6 hours
Comparation to salbutamol: Fenoterol has a slightly lower beta-2 selectivity and therefore has a stronger effect on the heart. Salbutamol is preferred in most patients.
Who is it suitable for?
Berotec is suitable for:
- Acute breathability in asthma or COPD
- Demand therapy for bronchospasmus
- Prophylaxis of stress asthma
Not suitable as:
- Complete continuous therapy for asthma
- Replacement for inhalative corticoids
** Salbutamol is the first choice in most patients as SABA. Berotec is an alternative to incompatibility or as part of Berodual.
Available Dosages
Berotec N dosing aerosol:
- 100 μg Fenoterol per stroke
- If necessary: 1-2 strokes
- Maximum: 8 strokes per day
Inhalation solution:
- 0.5 mg/ml
- Acute: 0.5-1 ml diluted with NaCl
** Check asthma control if required!
How to Take
Dosieraerosol: 1. Remove protective cap, shake Two. Deep exhalation 3. Close the mouthpiece 4. Breathe slowly, spray Five. Keep breath 10 seconds 6. Breathe slowly
In case of acute breathing:
- 1-2 strokes, repeat after 5 minutes if required
- In case of severe breath, call emergency doctor immediately!
Contraindications
Do not apply at:
- Sensitivity to Fenoterol
- Hypertrophic obstructive cardiomyopathy
- Tachyarrhythmias
Preview at:
- Severe heart disease
- thyroid hyperfunction
- phenochromocytoma
- Diabetes mellitus
- Hypokaliemia
pregnant: Only with clear indication. Fenoterol can inhibit pain.
Possible Side Effects
**
- Tremor
- Heart turf, palpitations
- Headaches
- Nervosity
Occasionally:
- Squeeze
- Mouth dryness
- Muscle cramps
- nausea
Selten:
- Heart rhythm disorders
- Hypokaliemia
- Paradox bronchospasmus
Interactions
Reactions:
- Betablockers – can eliminate Fenoterol action
- MAO inhibitors – enhanced heart action
- Tricyclic antidepressants – enhanced cardiac effects
- Diuretics, corticoids – hypokaliemia risk
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Important Notice
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