Terbutaline is sometimes administered via subcutaneous injection for which non-respiratory emergency?
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Correct answer: Tocolysis (suppression of premature labor)
Terbutaline relaxes smooth muscle not only in the bronchi but also in the uterus. It is used off-label as a tocolytic agent to temporarily delay preterm labor.
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