Levalbuterol
Levalbuterol is a short-acting beta2-adrenergic agonist (bronchodilator) that relaxes the smooth muscles in the bronchial tubes, helping to open the airways and make breathing easier.
Dosage by Body Weight
Levalbuterol is typically dosed by age rather than strictly by body weight, and is administered via nebulizer or metered-dose inhaler. Always use the lowest effective dose as prescribed by a physician.
- Body Weight
- Below 5 kg
- Dose
- Not routine
- Frequency
- Use only if prescribed
- Tracking Notes
- Safety and efficacy are not established in infants.
- Body Weight
- 5-7 kg
- Dose
- Not standard
- Frequency
- Under specialist guidance only
- Tracking Notes
- Consult a pediatrician; generally not recommended for infants under 6 years of age.
- Body Weight
- 8-10 kg
- Dose
- Consult doctor
- Frequency
- As directed
- Tracking Notes
- Requires strict clinical supervision and precise calculation.
- Body Weight
- 11-15 kg
- Dose
- 0.31 mg (via nebulizer)
- Frequency
- 3 times daily
- Tracking Notes
- Standard pediatric starting dose for children aged 6 years and older.
- Body Weight
- 16-20 kg
- Dose
- 0.31 mg to 0.63 mg (via nebulizer)
- Frequency
- 3 times daily
- Tracking Notes
- Dose may be adjusted by a physician based on the severity of bronchospasms.
| Body Weight | Dose | Frequency | Tracking Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Below 5 kg | Not routine | Use only if prescribed | Safety and efficacy are not established in infants. |
| 5-7 kg | Not standard | Under specialist guidance only | Consult a pediatrician; generally not recommended for infants under 6 years of age. |
| 8-10 kg | Consult doctor | As directed | Requires strict clinical supervision and precise calculation. |
| 11-15 kg | 0.31 mg (via nebulizer) | 3 times daily | Standard pediatric starting dose for children aged 6 years and older. |
| 16-20 kg | 0.31 mg to 0.63 mg (via nebulizer) | 3 times daily | Dose may be adjusted by a physician based on the severity of bronchospasms. |
Formulation
Purpose
Treatment or prevention of bronchospasm in patients with reversible obstructive airway disease, such as asthma or COPD.
Generic Name
LevalbuterolBranded Drug Names
Levalbuterol is listed as a generic drug name. Common branded medicines that may contain the same active ingredient include:
Scheduled Drug
No. This medicine is generally not treated as a scheduled/prescription-only drug in common consumer references, but local rules may vary.