Alti-Orciprenaline and Arthrotec

• Generic Name: metaproterenol
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names:

  Metaprel, Alupent

Metaproterenol is used to treat asthma and bronchospasm in patients with bronchitis, emphysema, and other lung diseases.

Metaproterenol belongs to the family of medicines known as adrenergic bronchodilators. Adrenergic bronchodilators are medicines that open up the bronchial tubes (air passages) in the lungs. They relieve cough, wheezing, shortness of breath, and troubled breathing by increasing the flow of air through the bronchial tubes.

This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.

• Generic Name: diclofenac / misoprostol
• Dosage Forms: tablet, film coated
• Other Brand Names: Arthrotec

Arthrotec contains a combination of diclofenac and misoprostol. Diclofenac is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It works by reducing substances in the body that cause pain and inflammation.

Misoprostol reduces stomach acid and replaces protective substances in the stomach that are reduced by NSAIDs.

Arthrotec is used to treat osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis in people at high risk for developing stomach or intestinal ulcers.

Arthrotec may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.