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ALBUTEROL
class/ MOA
Class
Sympathomimetic, bronchodilator.
Mechanism of Action
Selective b-2 agonist which stimulates adrenergic receptors of the sympathomimetic
nervous system resulting in smooth muscle relaxation in the bronchial tree and
peripheral vasculature.
ALBUTEROL
I/CI
Indications
Treatment of bronchospasm in patients with reversible obstructive airway disease
(COPD/asthma). Prevention of exercise-induced bronchospasm.
Contraindications
Known prior hypersensitivity reactions to Albuterol.
Tachycardia dysrhythmias, especially those caused by digitalis.
Synergistic with other sympathomimetics
ALBUTEROL
DI/AR
Adverse Reactions
Often dose-related and include restlessness, tremors, dizziness, palpitations,
tachycardia, nervousness, peripheral vasodilatation, nausea, vomiting, hyperglycemia,
increased blood pressure and paradoxical bronchospasm
Drug Interactions
Tricyclic antidepressants may potentate vasculature effects.
Beta-blockers are antagonistic.
May potentate hypokalemia caused by diuretics.
ALBUTEROL
How Supplied
How Supplied
Solution for aerosolization: 0.5% (5 mg/ml)
Metered Dose Inhaler: 90 mcg/metered spray (17 gm canister with 200 inhalations)
Syrup: 2 mg/5 ml
ALBUTEROL
Doseage/ adiminisration
Dosage and Administration
Adult: Administer 2.5 mg. Dilute 0.5 ml of 0.5% solution for inhalation with 2.5 ml
normal saline in nebulizer and administer over 10-15 minutes.
MDI: 1-2 inhalations (90-180 mcg). Five minutes between inhalations

Pediatric: Administer solution of 0.01 - 0.03 ml (0.05 - 0.15 mg/kg/ dose diluted in
2 ml of 0.9% Normal Saline. May repeat every 20 minutes three times.
ALBUTEROL
DOA/ Specials
Duration of Action
Onset in 5-15 minutes with peak effect in 30-minutes - two hours and duration of 3-4
hours.
Special Considerations
Pregnancy Safety: Category C.
Antagonized by beta-blockers (e.g., Inderal, Metoprolol )
May precipitate angina pectoris and dysrhythmias.
Should only be administered by inhalation methodology in pre-hospital management.