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Bricanyl Turbuhaler TM

You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional. Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.

Active ingredients: terbutaline

Pack: Bricanyl Turbuhaler 500 microgram/actuation powder for inhalation, 120 actuations, dry powder inhaler

Brand name

(ARTG)

: BRICANYL TURBUHALER terbutaline sulfate 400 microgram powder for inhalation dry powder inhaler

Download the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet

Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website

What this medicine is used for

(ARTG)

For relief of bronchospasm in patients with asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, and for acute prophylaxis against exercise-induced asthma or in other situations known to induce bronchospasm.,Bricanyl Turbuhaler is intended for short-term management of bronchospasm.

How to use this medicine

(ARTG)

This medicine contains one component only.

Component :

  • Inhalation, powder for
  • Inhalation
  • The contents are white to off-white rounded granules, which disintegrate to a fine powder upon slight pressure.

Storage conditions

(ARTG)

  • Store below 30 degrees Celsius
  • Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.

Do I need a prescription ?

(ARTG)

The packs below are available from a pharmacy without prescription. It is Schedule 3 : Pharmacist Only Medicine.

  • 120 doses pack

Is this medicine subsidised ?

(PBS)

This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on December, 1 2024. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.

Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?

(AHT)

For the active ingredient terbutaline

This medicine is generally considered safe during pregnancy if taken as directed. During pregnancy, you should discuss your medicine use with your doctor or pharmacist.

Reporting side effects

You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.

You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems

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