The following side effects may get better over time as your body gets used to the medication. Let your healthcare provider know immediately if you continue to experience these symptoms or if they worsen over time.
Common Side Effects
- Nervousness (35%)
- Shaking (15%)
- Headache (8%)
- Sleepiness (6%)
- Racing heart (5%)
Less Common Side Effects
- Nausea
- Dry mouth
- Weakness
- Trouble sleeping
- Anxiety
Terbutaline serious side effects
Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any of the following.
- Worsening asthma or other breathing problem: trouble breathing, wheezing
Source: DailyMed
The following Terbutaline side effects have also been reported
Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.
Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur:
More common
Fast, irregular, pounding, or racing heartbeat or pulse
nervousness
shakiness in the legs, arms, hands, or feet
trembling or shaking of the hands or feet
Less common
Chest discomfort
difficult or labored breathing
feeling of warmth
redness of the face, neck, arms, and occasionally, upper chest
shortness of breath
sweating
tightness in the chest
Get emergency help immediately if any of the following symptoms of overdose occur:
Symptoms of overdose
Arm, back, or jaw pain
blurred vision
chest tightness or heaviness
confusion
convulsions
decreased urine
dizziness
dizziness, faintness, or lightheadedness when getting up suddenly from a lying or sitting position
fainting
general feeling of discomfort or illness
headache
increased thirst
loss of appetite
mood changes
muscle pain or cramps
nausea or vomiting
numbness or tingling in the hands, feet, or lips
seizures
trouble sleeping
unable to sleep
unusual tiredness or weakness
Some side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects. Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:
More common
Drowsiness
Other side effects not listed may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your healthcare professional.
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
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