You should promptly contact your doctor if any of these develop. AP is generally administered in a medical clinic or doctor's office, although home treatment can also be arranged. The drug is dissolved in a small amount of sterile water. This solution is then placed in a nebulizer, which is a machine that converts the liquid into a fine mist that you inhale. You should breathe the vapors as deeply as possible so that the drug is distributed throughout the lungs.
Treatment continues until the entire solution has been given.
This usually takes between 30 and 45 minutes. AP is generally prescribed on a monthly basis, although more frequent dosing may be necessary in some people. These symptoms are more frequent if you smoke cigarettes or have a history of asthma. In these instances, your doctor may recommend pre-treatment with an inhaler. Other potential toxicities of AP include a metallic taste in the mouth and irritation of the mouth or sinuses.