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Uses of Duoneb
 
Duoneb is also known by the generic name Ipratropium-Albuterol


USES:
This product is used to treat and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD which includes bronchitis and emphysema). This product contains 2 medications:
ipratropium and albuterol (also known as salbutamol). Both drugs work by relaxing the muscles around the airways so that they open up and you can breathe more easily. Controlling symptoms of breathing problems can decrease time lost from work or school.


Uses of Albuterol
 
USES:
Albuterol (also known as salbutamol) is used to prevent and treat wheezing and shortness of breath caused by breathing problems (e.g., asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease). It is also used to prevent asthma brought on by exercise. Albuterol belongs to a class of drugs known as bronchodilators. It works in the airways by opening breathing passages and relaxing muscles. Controlling symptoms of breathing problems can decrease time lost from work or school.


Duoneb and Albuterol Have 11 Life Threatening (Major) Side Effects in Common
 
Critical Seriousness - Prolonged Q-T Interval on EKG - Prolonged QT Interval is a Life Threatening Side Effect of both Duoneb and Albuterol.
Critical Seriousness - Throat Swelling - Pharyngeal Edema is a Life Threatening Side Effect of both Duoneb and Albuterol.
Critical Seriousness - Low Amount of Potassium in the Blood - Hypokalemia is a Life Threatening Side Effect of both Duoneb and Albuterol.
Critical Seriousness - Disease of Inadequate Blood Flow to the Heart Muscle - Myocardial Ischemia is a Life Threatening Side Effect of both Duoneb and Albuterol.
Critical Seriousness - Giant Hives - Angioedema is a Life Threatening Side Effect of both Duoneb and Albuterol.
Critical Seriousness - Paradoxical Bronchospasm is a Life Threatening Side Effect of both Duoneb and Albuterol.
Critical Seriousness - Hives - Urticaria is a Life Threatening Side Effect of both Duoneb and Albuterol.
Critical Seriousness - Chest Pain is a Life Threatening Side Effect of both Duoneb and Albuterol.
Critical Seriousness - Excess Body Acid - Metabolic Acidosis is a Life Threatening Side Effect of both Duoneb and Albuterol.
Critical Seriousness - Angina is a Life Threatening Side Effect of both Duoneb and Albuterol.
Critical Seriousness - Abnormal Heart Electrical Signals - Abnormal ECG is a Life Threatening Side Effect of both Duoneb and Albuterol.
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Duoneb Has 8 Life Threatening (Major) Side Effects Not Found in Albuterol
 
Critical Seriousness - Worsening of Glaucoma - Aggravated Glaucoma is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Duoneb but not Albuterol.
Critical Seriousness - Pain in the Eye - Ocular Pain is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Duoneb but not Albuterol.
Critical Seriousness - Itching - Pruritus of Skin is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Duoneb but not Albuterol.
Critical Seriousness - Life Threatening Allergic Reaction - Anaphylaxis is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Duoneb but not Albuterol.
Critical Seriousness - Difficulty Swallowing - Dysphagia is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Duoneb but not Albuterol.
Critical Seriousness - Painful, Red or Swollen Mouth - Stomatitis is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Duoneb but not Albuterol.
Critical Seriousness - Reaction due to an Allergy - Allergic Reactions is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Duoneb but not Albuterol.
Critical Seriousness - Rash - Skin Rash is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Duoneb but not Albuterol.
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Albuterol Has 0 Life Threatening (Major) Side Effects Not Found in Duoneb
 
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Duoneb and Albuterol Have 2 Most Frequently Occurring Side Effects in Common
 
Fast Heartbeat - Tachyarrhythmia is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of both Duoneb and Albuterol.
Nervous - Nervousness is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of both Duoneb and Albuterol.
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Duoneb Has 9 Most Frequently Occurring Side Effects Not Found in Albuterol
 
Dizzy - Dizziness is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Duoneb but not Albuterol.
Head Pain - Headache Disorder is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Duoneb but not Albuterol.
Feel Like Throwing Up - Nausea is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Duoneb but not Albuterol.
Bronchitis is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Duoneb but not Albuterol.
Acute Infection of the Nose, Throat or Sinus - Upper Respiratory Infection is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Duoneb but not Albuterol.
Inflammation of the Nose - Rhinitis is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Duoneb but not Albuterol.
Dry Mouth - Xerostomia is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Duoneb but not Albuterol.
Throat Dryness - Dry Throat is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Duoneb but not Albuterol.
Cough is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Duoneb but not Albuterol.
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Albuterol Has 0 Most Frequently Occurring Side Effects Not Found in Albuterol
 
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Duoneb and Albuterol Treat 0 Conditions in Common
 

Duoneb has 17 Condition Contraindications
 
If you have any of these Conditions then you should carefully evaluate the risks of taking Duoneb.

Duoneb Inhalation Contraindications
(grouped by decreasing seriousness level)

Relative Contraindications 

Chronic Coronary Insufficiency - Diminished Blood Flow through Arteries of the Heart is a contraindication of Duoneb.

Conduction Disorder of the Heart - Abnormal Heart Rhythm is a contraindication of Duoneb.

Hypertension - High Blood Pressure is a contraindication of Duoneb.

Myocardial Ischemia - Disease of Inadequate Blood Flow to the Heart Muscle is a contraindication of Duoneb.

Paradoxical Bronchospasm is a contraindication of Duoneb.

Contraindication Warnings 

Benign Prostatic Hypertrophy - Enlarged Prostate is a contraindication of Duoneb.

Bladder Outflow Obstruction - Blockage of Urinary Bladder is a contraindication of Duoneb.

Congenital Long QT Syndrome - Abnormal EKG with QT changes from Birth is a contraindication of Duoneb.

Diabetes Mellitus - Diabetes is a contraindication of Duoneb.

Hyperthyroidism - Overactive Thyroid Gland is a contraindication of Duoneb.

Hypokalemia - Low Amount of Potassium in the Blood is a contraindication of Duoneb.

Ketoacidosis is a contraindication of Duoneb.

Narrow Angle Glaucoma - Closed Angle Glaucoma is a contraindication of Duoneb.

Ocular Hypertension - Increased Pressure in the Eye is a contraindication of Duoneb.

Prolonged QT Interval - Prolonged Q-T Interval on EKG is a contraindication of Duoneb.

Seizure Disorder - Seizures is a contraindication of Duoneb.

Urinary Retention - Cannot Empty Bladder is a contraindication of Duoneb.

Albuterol has 12 Condition Contraindications
 
If you have any of these Conditions then you should carefully evaluate the risks of taking Albuterol.

Albuterol Inhalation Contraindications
(grouped by decreasing seriouosness level)

Relative Contraindications 

Chronic Coronary Insufficiency - Diminished Blood Flow through Arteries of the Heart is a contraindication of Albuterol.

Conduction Disorder of the Heart - Abnormal Heart Rhythm is a contraindication of Albuterol.

Hypertension - High Blood Pressure is a contraindication of Albuterol.

Myocardial Ischemia - Disease of Inadequate Blood Flow to the Heart Muscle is a contraindication of Albuterol.

Paradoxical Bronchospasm is a contraindication of Albuterol.

Contraindication Warnings 

Congenital Long QT Syndrome - Abnormal EKG with QT changes from Birth is a contraindication of Albuterol.

Diabetes Mellitus - Diabetes is a contraindication of Albuterol.

Hyperthyroidism - Overactive Thyroid Gland is a contraindication of Albuterol.

Hypokalemia - Low Amount of Potassium in the Blood is a contraindication of Albuterol.

Ketoacidosis is a contraindication of Albuterol.

Prolonged QT Interval - Prolonged Q-T Interval on EKG is a contraindication of Albuterol.

Seizure Disorder - Seizures is a contraindication of Albuterol.
Duoneb - Symptoms of overdose may include
chest pain, fast/irregular heartbeat, seizures.

Albuterol - Symptoms of overdose may include
fast/pounding/irregular heartbeat, severe shaking (tremors), seizures.

Contact poison control
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. US residents can call the US national poison hotline at 1-800-222-1222. Canadian residents should call their local poison control center directly.

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