Compare Xopenex vs Albuterol

Compare Xopenex

vs Albuterol

Compare Xopenex to Albuterol. To make a decision about Xopenex vs Albuterol, click here for a Medication Risk Map to help you select Xopenex or Albuterol

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Uses of Xopenex

Xopenex is also known by the generic name Levalbuterol Hcl

USES:
Levalbuterol is used to treat wheezing and shortness of breath that commonly occur with lung problems (such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease). Controlling these symptoms can decrease time lost from work or school. Levalbuterol is a bronchodilator (beta-2 receptor agonist) that works by opening breathing passages to make breathing easier.

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.

Xopenex and Albuterol Have 4 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 Xopenex and Albuterol.

Critical Seriousness - Paradoxical Bronchospasm is a Life Threatening Side Effect of both Xopenex and Albuterol.

Critical Seriousness - Hives - Urticaria is a Life Threatening Side Effect of both Xopenex and Albuterol.

Critical Seriousness - Chest Pain is a Life Threatening Side Effect of both Xopenex and Albuterol.

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Xopenex Has 9 Life Threatening (Major) Side Effects Not Found in Albuterol

Critical Seriousness - Trouble Breathing - Dyspnea is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Xopenex but not Albuterol.

Critical Seriousness - Chest Tightness is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Xopenex but not Albuterol.

Critical Seriousness - Abnormally Low Blood Pressure - Hypotension is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Xopenex but not Albuterol.

Critical Seriousness - Feeling Faint - Fainting is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Xopenex but not Albuterol.

Critical Seriousness - High Blood Pressure - Hypertension is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Xopenex but not Albuterol.

Critical Seriousness - Worsening of Asthma - Asthma Exacerbation is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Xopenex but not Albuterol.

Critical Seriousness - Fast Heartbeat - Tachyarrhythmia is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Xopenex but not Albuterol.

Critical Seriousness - Reaction due to an Allergy - Allergic Reactions is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Xopenex but not Albuterol.

Critical Seriousness - Wheezing is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Xopenex but not Albuterol.

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Albuterol Has 7 Life Threatening (Major) Side Effects Not Found in Xopenex

Critical Seriousness - Throat Swelling - Pharyngeal Edema is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Xopenex but not Albuterol.

Critical Seriousness - Low Amount of Potassium in the Blood - Hypokalemia is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Xopenex but not Albuterol.

Critical Seriousness - Disease of Inadequate Blood Flow to the Heart Muscle - Myocardial Ischemia is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Xopenex but not Albuterol.

Critical Seriousness - Giant Hives - Angioedema is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Xopenex but not Albuterol.

Critical Seriousness - Excess Body Acid - Metabolic Acidosis is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Xopenex but not Albuterol.

Critical Seriousness - Angina is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Xopenex but not Albuterol.

Critical Seriousness - Abnormal Heart Electrical Signals - Abnormal ECG is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Xopenex but not Albuterol.

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Xopenex and Albuterol Have 1 Most Frequently Occurring Side Effects in Common

Nervous - Nervousness is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of both Xopenex and Albuterol. Click for a searchable interactive map of all Side Effects associated with Xopenex and Albuterol.

Xopenex Has 14 Most Frequently Occurring Side Effects Not Found in Albuterol

Leg Cramps - Cramps in Legs is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Xopenex but not Albuterol.

Dizzy - Dizziness is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Xopenex but not Albuterol.

Head Pain - Headache Disorder is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Xopenex but not Albuterol.

Infection caused by a Virus - Viral Infection is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Xopenex but not Albuterol.

Flu-Like Symptoms is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Xopenex but not Albuterol.

Migraine Headache - Migraine is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Xopenex but not Albuterol.

Anxious - Anxiety is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Xopenex but not Albuterol.

Involuntary Quivering - Tremors is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Xopenex but not Albuterol.

Inflammation of the Nose - Rhinitis is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Xopenex but not Albuterol.

Indigestion - Dyspepsia is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Xopenex but not Albuterol.

Abnormal Increase in Muscle Tone - Hypertonia is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Xopenex but not Albuterol.

Fast Heartbeat - Tachyarrhythmia is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Xopenex but not Albuterol.

Sinus Irritation and Congestion - Sinusitis is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Xopenex but not Albuterol.

Cough is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Xopenex but not Albuterol.

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Albuterol Has 1 Most Frequently Occurring Side Effects Not Found in Albuterol

Fast Heartbeat - Tachyarrhythmia is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Albuterol but not Xopenex. Click for a searchable interactive map of all Side Effects associated with Xopenex and Albuterol.

Xopenex and Albuterol Treat 4 Conditions in Common

Bronchospasm - Bronchospastic Pulmonary Disease is treated by both Xopenex and Albuterol. Bronchospasm Prevention is treated by both Xopenex and Albuterol.

Xopenex has 9 Condition Contraindications

If you have any of these Conditions then you should carefully evaluate the risks of taking Xopenex.

Xopenex Inhalation Contraindications
(grouped by decreasing seriousness level)

Relative Contraindications

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

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

Hypertension - High Blood Pressure is a contraindication of Xopenex.

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

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

Contraindication Warnings

Diabetes Mellitus - Diabetes is a contraindication of Xopenex.

Hyperthyroidism - Overactive Thyroid Gland is a contraindication of Xopenex.

Ketoacidosis is a contraindication of Xopenex.

Seizure Disorder - Seizures is a contraindication of Xopenex.

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.

Xopenex - Symptoms of overdose may include
chest pain, fast/pounding/irregular heartbeat, headache, shaking (tremors), nervousness, weakness, severe dizziness, 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.