Albuterol Flashcards

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Albuterol

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Brand Names: Proventil, AccuNeb, Proair, Vospire, and Ventolin

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Albuterol - Function

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Bronchodilator –> It can treat or prevent bronchospasm

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Albuterol - Side Effects

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Allergic Reaction
Chest Pain
Fast, Pounding, or Uneven Heartbeat
Muscle Cramps
N / V
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Albuterol - Drug Interactions

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  1. A diuretic (water pill)
  2. An MAO inhibitor (MAOI) or depression medicine within the past 14 days
  3. Blood pressure medicine
  4. Digoxin
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Albuterol - Uses

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  1. Bronchiolitis - inflammatory bronchial reaction in young children / infants
  2. Bronchitis - inflammation of the lining of the bronchial tubes
  3. Asthma
  4. Chronic, obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) // Block airflow, and make it difficult to breathe
  5. Anaphylaxis
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