Albuterol Sulfate Flashcards
Indications and field use for Albuterol Sulfate
Treatment for Bronchospasm for constricted bronchi
Mechanism of action of albuterol Sulfate
B Agonist Relaxes bronchial and smooth muscle Bronchodilator Relaxes vascular and uterine smooth muscle Decreases airway resistance
Contraindications of Albuterol Sulfate
Works with other sympathomimetics
Use caution with diabetes, hyperthyroidism, and cerebrovascular disease
Adverse reactions of Albuterol Sulfate in cardiovascular
Dysrhythmias, tachycardia, peripheral vasodilation
Adverse reactions of Albuterol Sulfate in respiratory
Bronchospasm
Adverse reactions of Albuterol Sulfate in central nervous system
Tremors, nervousness
Adverse reactions of Albuterol Sulfate in GI
Nausea, vomiting
Adverse reaction of Albuterol Sulfate in endocrine
Hyperglycemia
Adult dosage of Albuterol Sulfate
2.5 mg of premixed solution for inhalation
Administration of Albuterol Sulfate
Nebulizer, mouth piece or in-line mask
Patients own inhaler
Brand name of Albuterol sulfate
Proventil, Ventolin