Metaproterenol (Metaproterenol Sulfate) - Indications and Dosage

INDICATIONS AND USAGE

Metaproterenol sulfate tablets are indicated as a bronchodilator for bronchial asthma and for reversible bronchospasm which may occur in association with bronchitis and emphysema.

DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION

Adults: The usual dose is 20 mg three or four times a day.

Children: Aged six to nine years or weight under 60 lbs - 10 mg three or four times a day. Over nine years or weight over 60 lbs - 20 mg three or four times a day. Metaproterenol sulfate tablets are not recommended for use in children under six years at this time. (Please refer to the CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY section for further information on clinical experience with this product.)

It is recommended that the physician titrate the dosage according to each individual patient's response to therapy.

HOW SUPPLIED

Metaproterenol sulfate tablets are supplied as follows:

10 mg: white, compressed, round, scored tablets, debossed "PAR 258" available in bottles of 100 (NDC #49884-258-01).

20 mg: white, compressed, round, scored tablets, debossed "PAR 259" available in bottles of 100 (NDC #49884-259-01).

Store at controlled room temperature 15°-30°C (59°-86°F). Protect from light and moisture.

Manufactured by:

PAR PHARMACEUTICAL COMPANIES, INC.

Spring Valley, New York 10977

Revised: 07/2010

OS258-01-1-07