Albuterol & Ipratropium Bromide Flashcards
Albuterol
Brand Names
-Proventil
-Ventolin
Albuterol
Classes
-sympathomimetic
-bronchodilator
-Beta 2 agonist
Albuterol
Supply
-premixed solution in a unit dose
Albuterol
Mechanism of Action
-relaxes bronchial smooth muscle resulting in bronchodilation
Albuterol
Indications
-asthma
-bronchospasm associated with chronic bronchitis and emphysema
-hyperkalemia
Albuterol
Contraindication
-known hypersensitivity
Albuterol
Adverse Reactions
-tachycardia
-hypertension
-dysrhythmias
-tremors
-palpitations
-chest pain
-nervousness
-anxiety
-headache
-nausea, vomiting
Albuterol
Route
-nebulized for inhalation
Albuterol
Onset
5-15 mins
Albuterol
Adult Dose
-2.5mg in 3.0mL NS (unit dose) via small volume nebulizer
-2.5mg in 3.0mL NS (unit dose) via in-line small volume nebulizer with a BVM
-may repeat the dosage
Albuterol
Pediatric Dose
-2.5mg in 3.0mL NS (unit dose) via small volume nebulizer
-2.5mg in 3.0mL NS (unit dose) via in-line small volume nebulizer with a BVM
-may repeat the dosage
Albuterol
Special Considerations
drug may be used in conjunction with ipratropium bromide (Atrovent)
Ipratropium Bromide
Brand Name
Atrovent
Ipratropium Bromide
Classes
-anticholinergic
-bronchodilator
Ipratropium Bromide
Supply
premixed solution in a unit dose