Albuterol

Question 1

Albuterol Trade Name?

Answer 1

Proair, Proventil, Ventolin

Question 2

Albuterol Classification?

Answer 2

Sympathomimetic

Question 3

Albuterol Mechanism?

Answer 3

Selectively binds to B-2 adrenergic receptors to cause smooth muscle relaxation in bronchioles, which in turn causes bronchodilation

Question 4

Albuterol Indications?

Answer 4

• Asthma
• COPD
• RAD
• Allergic reaction/ Anaphylaxis
• Moderate/Severe Hyperkalemia

Question 5

Albuterol Contraindications?

Answer 5

• Hypersensitivity
• Tachydysrhytmia

Question 6

Albuterol Side Effects/Precautions?

Answer 6

• Headache
• Tachycardia
• Hypertension
• Palpitations
• Increased myocardial oxygen demand
• Nausea/vomiting
• Chest pain
• Cough
• Tremors
• Dry mouth
• Anxiety

Question 7

Albuterol Adult Dose?

Answer 7

2.5 mg in 2.5 ml NS (total 3ml) via nebulizer with 6-8 lpm oxygen over 5 minutes

Question 8

Albuterol Pediatric Dose?

Answer 8

2.5 mg in 2.5 ml NS (total 3ml) via nebulizer with 6-8 lpm oxygen over 5 minutes

Question 9

Albuterol Onset of Action?

Answer 9

5 to 15 minutes

Question 10

Albuterol Duration of Action?

Answer 10

3 to 4 hours

Question 11

Albuterol Max Dose Adult/Pediatric?

Answer 11

none in EMS application

Question 12

Albuterol Routes of Administration?

Answer 12

Nebulizer, MDI

Question 13

Albuterol How Supplied?

Answer 13

0.5%: 5mg/ml (eye dropper bottle)
0.083%: 2.5mg/3ml (bullet)