albuterol

Question 1

name (trade)

Answer 1

proventil, ventolin

Question 2

class

Answer 2

sympathomimetic, bronchodilator

Question 3

description

Answer 3

beta 2- selective sympathomimetic

Question 4

mechanism of action

Answer 4

causes bronchodilation by action on B2 (pulmonary) receptors secondary to relaxation of smooth muscle; produces bronchodilator, CNS, cardiac stimulation, as well as increased diuresis and gastric acid secretion

Question 5

onset

Answer 5

5-10 min after inhalation

Question 6

duration

Answer 6

4 hours

Question 7

indications

Answer 7

relief of bronchospasm

Question 8

contraindications

(relative)

Answer 8

prior hypersensitivity reaction to albuterol

cardiac dysrhythmias associated with tachycardia

Question 9

adverse reactions (side effects)

Answer 9

restlessness, apprehension, dizziness, palpitations, increase in BP, dysrhythmias, chest pain

Question 10

drug interactions

Answer 10

MAO inhibitors, beta-blockers, sympathomimetics

Question 11

supplied

Answer 11

unit dose of 2.5 mg

Question 12

dose/administration

Answer 12

N/B: 2.5 mg (0.5 ml of 0.5% solution)
diluted to 3 ml w/ 0.9% saline solution
administer 5-15 min by nebulizer

do not double-dose

Question 13

special considerations

Answer 13

IV and Heart monitor
O2 as needed