Albuterol Drug Card Flashcards
1
Q
Generic name
A
Albuterol
2
Q
Brand Name
A
Proventil
3
Q
Class
A
Sympathetic agonist
4
Q
Action
A
Bronchodilation
5
Q
Indications
A
Asthma
Reversible bronchospasm associated with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
6
Q
Contraindications
A
- Known history of hypersensitivity to the medication
- Symptomatic tachycardia
7
Q
Precautions
A
- Blood pressure, pulse, and electrocardiograph (ECG) results should be monitored.
- Use caution in patients with known heart disease.
8
Q
Side Effects
A
Anxiety Palpitations Headache Dizziness Sweating
9
Q
Adult Dosage
A
- Metered-dose inhaler: one to two sprays (90 mcg per spray)
- Small-volume nebulizer: 0.5 mL (2.5-5.0 mg) in 2.5 mL normal saline over 5-15 minutes
- Rotahaler: one 200 mcg Rotacap should be placed in the inhaler and breathed by the patient
10
Q
Adult Route
A
Inhalation
