Albuterol

Question 1

Generic name for Proventil/Ventolin?

Answer 1

Albuterol

Question 2

Brand name for Albuterol?

Answer 2

Proventil/Ventolin

Question 3

Drug class of Albuterol

Answer 3

sympathomimetic

Question 4

Mechanism of action of Albuterol

Answer 4

Beta 2 agonist. Bronchodiation release smooth much in bronchial tree. Has alpha 1 and beta 1 agonist properties as well. causes potassium shift into cells

Question 5

Indications of Albuterol

Answer 5

bronchospasm in asthma, COPD, and anaphylaxis

Question 6

Contraindications of Albuterol

Answer 6

Hypersensitivity, extreeeeme tachycardia, dysrhythmias caused by digitalis toxicity. synergetic w/other sympathomimetics

Question 7

Adverse effects of Albuterol

Answer 7

Headache, fatigue, tremors, nervousness, tachycardia, restlessness, N/V, epigastric pain

Question 8

Precautions of Albuterol

Answer 8

TCAs may potentiate alpha1 effects. Beta blockers will antagonize/ block effects, may cause hypokalemia

Question 9

Dose and admin of Albuterol for an adult

Answer 9

2.5mg in 3cc’s NS via nebulizer over 10-15mins.

Question 10

Dose and admin of Albuterol for a pediatric

Answer 10

half dose over 20mins