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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 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.


Xopenex and Duoneb Have 5 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 Duoneb.
Critical Seriousness - Paradoxical Bronchospasm is a Life Threatening Side Effect of both Xopenex and Duoneb.
Critical Seriousness - Hives - Urticaria is a Life Threatening Side Effect of both Xopenex and Duoneb.
Critical Seriousness - Chest Pain is a Life Threatening Side Effect of both Xopenex and Duoneb.
Critical Seriousness - Reaction due to an Allergy - Allergic Reactions is a Life Threatening Side Effect of both Xopenex and Duoneb.
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Xopenex Has 8 Life Threatening (Major) Side Effects Not Found in Duoneb
 
Critical Seriousness - Trouble Breathing - Dyspnea is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Xopenex but not Duoneb.
Critical Seriousness - Chest Tightness is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Xopenex but not Duoneb.
Critical Seriousness - Abnormally Low Blood Pressure - Hypotension is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Xopenex but not Duoneb.
Critical Seriousness - Feeling Faint - Fainting is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Xopenex but not Duoneb.
Critical Seriousness - High Blood Pressure - Hypertension is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Xopenex but not Duoneb.
Critical Seriousness - Worsening of Asthma - Asthma Exacerbation is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Xopenex but not Duoneb.
Critical Seriousness - Fast Heartbeat - Tachyarrhythmia is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Xopenex but not Duoneb.
Critical Seriousness - Wheezing is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Xopenex but not Duoneb.
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Duoneb Has 14 Life Threatening (Major) Side Effects Not Found in Xopenex
 
Critical Seriousness - Worsening of Glaucoma - Aggravated Glaucoma is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Xopenex but not Duoneb.
Critical Seriousness - Pain in the Eye - Ocular Pain is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Xopenex but not Duoneb.
Critical Seriousness - Itching - Pruritus of Skin is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Xopenex but not Duoneb.
Critical Seriousness - Life Threatening Allergic Reaction - Anaphylaxis is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Xopenex but not Duoneb.
Critical Seriousness - Throat Swelling - Pharyngeal Edema is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Xopenex but not Duoneb.
Critical Seriousness - Difficulty Swallowing - Dysphagia is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Xopenex but not Duoneb.
Critical Seriousness - Low Amount of Potassium in the Blood - Hypokalemia is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Xopenex but not Duoneb.
Critical Seriousness - Disease of Inadequate Blood Flow to the Heart Muscle - Myocardial Ischemia is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Xopenex but not Duoneb.
Critical Seriousness - Painful, Red or Swollen Mouth - Stomatitis is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Xopenex but not Duoneb.
Critical Seriousness - Giant Hives - Angioedema is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Xopenex but not Duoneb.
Critical Seriousness - Excess Body Acid - Metabolic Acidosis is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Xopenex but not Duoneb.
Critical Seriousness - Angina is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Xopenex but not Duoneb.
Critical Seriousness - Abnormal Heart Electrical Signals - Abnormal ECG is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Xopenex but not Duoneb.
Critical Seriousness - Rash - Skin Rash is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Xopenex but not Duoneb.
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Xopenex and Duoneb Have 5 Most Frequently Occurring Side Effects in Common
 
Dizzy - Dizziness is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of both Xopenex and Duoneb.
Head Pain - Headache Disorder is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of both Xopenex and Duoneb.
Inflammation of the Nose - Rhinitis is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of both Xopenex and Duoneb.
Nervous - Nervousness is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of both Xopenex and Duoneb.
Cough is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of both Xopenex and Duoneb.
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Xopenex Has 10 Most Frequently Occurring Side Effects Not Found in Duoneb
 
Leg Cramps - Cramps in Legs is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Xopenex but not Duoneb.
Infection caused by a Virus - Viral Infection is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Xopenex but not Duoneb.
Flu-Like Symptoms is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Xopenex but not Duoneb.
Migraine Headache - Migraine is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Xopenex but not Duoneb.
Anxious - Anxiety is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Xopenex but not Duoneb.
Involuntary Quivering - Tremors is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Xopenex but not Duoneb.
Indigestion - Dyspepsia is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Xopenex but not Duoneb.
Abnormal Increase in Muscle Tone - Hypertonia is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Xopenex but not Duoneb.
Fast Heartbeat - Tachyarrhythmia is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Xopenex but not Duoneb.
Sinus Irritation and Congestion - Sinusitis is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Xopenex but not Duoneb.
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Duoneb Has 6 Most Frequently Occurring Side Effects Not Found in Duoneb
 
Feel Like Throwing Up - Nausea is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Duoneb but not Xopenex.
Bronchitis is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Duoneb but not Xopenex.
Acute Infection of the Nose, Throat or Sinus - Upper Respiratory Infection is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Duoneb but not Xopenex.
Dry Mouth - Xerostomia is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Duoneb but not Xopenex.
Throat Dryness - Dry Throat is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Duoneb but not Xopenex.
Fast Heartbeat - Tachyarrhythmia is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Duoneb but not Xopenex.
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Xopenex and Duoneb Treat 0 Conditions in Common
 

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.

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

Duoneb - Symptoms of overdose may include
chest pain, fast/irregular heartbeat, 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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