Methacholine

(meth a KOLE leen)

U.S. Brand Names

Provocholine®

Canadian Brand Names

Methacholine Omega; Provocholine®

Pharmacologic Category

Diagnostic Agent

What key warnings should I know about before taking this medicine?

This medicine is intended only for use during an asthma test. It is given by inhalation only. You will be closely monitored by healthcare provider.

Reasons not to take this medicine

• If you have an allergy to methacholine or any other part of this medicine.

• Tell healthcare provider if you are allergic to any medicine. Make sure to tell about the allergy and how it affected you. This includes telling about rash; hives; itching; shortness of breath; wheezing; cough; swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat; or any other symptoms involved.

• If you have asthma or wheezing.

• If you are taking a beta blocker medicine (eg, atenolol, nadolol, or propranolol).

What is this medicine used for?

• This medicine is used during an asthma test.

How does it work?

• Methacholine works at sites in the airways to narrow the muscles and increase secretions.

How is it best taken?

• This medicine is given as a liquid (solution) through a special machine (nebulizer) into the lungs.

What do I do if I miss a dose? (does not apply to patients in the hospital)

• Call your healthcare provider for instructions.

What are the precautions when taking this medicine?

• Check medicines with healthcare provider. This medicine may not mix well with other medicines.

• Tell healthcare provider if you are pregnant or plan on getting pregnant.

• Tell healthcare provider if you are breast-feeding.

What are some possible side effects of this medicine?

• Feeling dizzy. Rise slowly over several minutes from sitting or lying position. Be careful climbing.

• Headache.

• Sore throat.

What should I monitor?

• You will be closely monitored by healthcare provider.

Reasons to call healthcare provider immediately

• If you suspect an overdose, call your local poison control center or emergency department immediately.

• Signs of a life-threatening reaction. These include wheezing; chest tightness; fever; itching; bad cough; blue skin color; fits; or swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat.

• Difficulty breathing.

• Severe dizziness or passing out.

• Any rash.

• No improvement in condition or feeling worse.

How should I store this medicine?

• This medicine will be given to you in a healthcare setting. You will not store it at home.

General statements

• If you have a life-threatening allergy, wear allergy identification at all times.

• Do not share your medicine with others and do not take anyone else's medicine.

• Keep all medicine out of the reach of children and pets.

• Keep a list of all your medicines (prescription, natural products, supplements, vitamins, over-the-counter) with you. Give this list to healthcare provider (doctor, nurse, nurse practitioner, pharmacist, physician assistant).

• Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

• Talk with healthcare provider before starting any new medicine, including over-the-counter, natural products, or vitamins.



Created: 2007-02-20 11:22:38.0

Modified: 2008-02-04 14:22:31.0

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