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NAME:
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Albuterol; Ventolin; Proventil
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Class:
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Sympathomimetic
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Action (1-3)
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1)Beta2 selective adrenegic agonist 2)relaxes bronchial smooth muscle 3)minimal Beta1 stimulation, little or no Alpha stimulation
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Action (4-5)
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4)Stimulates the CNS
5)Onset of action is from 5 to 15 minutes. |
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USE:
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Bronchospasm
Wheezing Hyperkalemia |
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Side Effects:
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CNS: anxiety, diaphoresis. dizziness, headache
Cardiovascular: Chest pain, ectopics,HTN, Hypotension(possible) palpitations, tachycardia |
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CONTRAindications:
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Absolute:Hypersensitivity; Symptomatic tachycardias
Relative: Cardiovascular disorders |
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Precautions:
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1)May cause severe paradoxical bronchospasm from rptd. excessive use 2)Use with caution in PT's with associated tachyarrhythmias, cardiac disease, or severe HTN
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Drug Interactions:
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1)Use with epi or other sympathomimetics may increase risk of toxicity
2)Beta Blockers may inhibit bronchodilation actions |
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Preparations:
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2.5mg in 2.5 or 3ml ampules, pillows, etc.
50mg/10ml multi-dose bottle 100mcg & 90mcg MDI's |
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Adult Dose:
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Nebulizer: 2.5-5.0mg in 3 to 6 ml NS given over 5 to 10 mins.prn
MDI: 1 to 2 inhalations;May be rptd in 15mins. Hyperkalemia: 10-20 mg nebulized over 15min |
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Pediatric Dose:
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Some ares give pediatric PT's the same dose as the adult
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Route:
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inhalation-via nebulizer with O2 source at 6-10 l/minute or MDI
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