Therapeutic Category
- Adrenergic Agonist Agent
- Antiasthmatic
- Beta2-Adrenergic Agonist
- Bronchodilator
- Sympathomimetic
- Tocolytic Agent
Medication Safety Issues
Sound-alike/look-alike issues:
Brethine may be confused with Methergine
Terbutaline may be confused with terbinafine, TOLBUTamide
Terbutaline and methylergonovine parenteral dosage forms look similar. Due to their contrasting indications, use care when administering these agents.