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Preparations and dosing

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The preparations of terbutaline, and the adult doses, are given below:

  • oral:
    • dose 2.5-5.0 mg three times daily

  • subcutaneous, intramuscular or slow intravenous:
    • 250-500 micrograms up to 4 times per day

  • continuous intravenous injection:
    • 1.5-5.0 micrograms/min for up to 8 hours

  • meter dose inhaler or dry powder inhaler:
    • 250-500 micrograms (1-2 puffs) up to 4 times per day

  • nebulizer:
    • 5-10 mg up to 4 times per day

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