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Generic Name Proventil
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Albuterol
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Trade Name Albuterol
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Proventil, Ventolin
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Classification Albuterol
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Bronchodilator, Sympathomimetic
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Action/Effects Albuterol
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beta2 adrenergic agonist which helps relax the bronchial smooth muscle
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Indications Albuterol
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Asthma, Relief of bronchospasm with reversible obstructive airway disease
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Contraindications Albuterol
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Relative to pt. symptoms: Cardiac dysrhythmias, Tachyarrhythmias, Angina, HTN, diabetes
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Side effects Albuterol
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Tremors, Dizziness, Anxiety, Palpitations, Tachycardia
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Adult dose Albuterol
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2.5mg/3 cc NS
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Pediatric dose Albuterol
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2.5mg/3 cc NS or 1.5mg/3cc NS < 1 yr.
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Cautions Albuterol
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Beware of prior doses, Can interact with diuretics, digoxin, beta blockers, MAO inhibitors, can have toxic effects on vascular system if used with tricyclic antidepressants
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