Applies to isoproterenol: parenteral injection.
Warning
Special Alerts:
A standardized concentration for this drug has been established through Standardize 4 Safety (S4S), a national patient safety initiative to reduce medication errors, especially during transitions of care. The drug is included in a standard concentration list which may apply to an IV or oral compounded liquid formulation. For additional information, see the ASHP website [Web].
Side effects include:
Nervousness, headache, dizziness, restlessness, insomnia, anxiety, tension, blurring of vision, fear, excitement, tachycardia, palpitations, angina, Adam-Stokes syndrome, pulmonary edema, hypertension, hypotension, ventricular arrhythmias, tachyarrhythmias, flushing of the skin, diaphoresis, mild tremors, weakness.
For Healthcare Professionals
Applies to isoproterenol: compounding powder, inhalation aerosol, inhalation aerosol with adapter, inhalation solution, injectable solution, intravenous solution.
General
The frequency of the reported side effects has not been defined.[Ref]
Cardiovascular
Frequency not reported: Tachycardia, palpitations, angina, Adams-Stokes attack, Adams-Stokes seizure, hypertension, hypotension, ventricular arrhythmia, tachyarrhythmia, flushing, pallor, ischemic injury, hot flash[Ref]
Respiratory
Frequency not reported: Pulmonary edema, dyspnea[Ref]
Nervous system
Frequency not reported: Headache, dizziness, mild tremor, light headedness[Ref]
Ocular
Frequency not reported: Vision blurred[Ref]
Psychiatric
Frequency not reported: Nervousness, restlessness, tension, fear of excitement[Ref]
Other
Frequency not reported: Weakness, tinnitus, asthenia[Ref]
Gastrointestinal
Frequency not reported: Nausea, vomiting[Ref]
Dermatologic
Frequency not reported: Sweating[Ref]
