Drug guide

Xopenex

Xopenex (lee-val-BYOO-ter-ole) belongs to the family of adrenergic bronchodilators. Xopenex is used to prevent or treat chest tightness, shortness of breath, troubled breathing and wheezing associated with bronchospasm. Xopenex is breathed in through the mouth by using a nebulizer and compressor or by using an inhaler. Xopenex opens up the bronchial tubes (air passages) of the lungs. Xopenex is available only with your doctor's prescription, in the following dosage form: Inhalation Aerosol (U.S.) Solution (U.S.)

Brand names:
- Levalbuterol
- Xopenex
- Xopenex HFA