Albuterol Sulfate Flashcards

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Indications and field use for Albuterol Sulfate

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Treatment for Bronchospasm for constricted bronchi

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Mechanism of action of albuterol Sulfate

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B Agonist
Relaxes bronchial and smooth muscle 
Bronchodilator 
Relaxes vascular and uterine smooth muscle 
Decreases airway resistance
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Contraindications of Albuterol Sulfate

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Works with other sympathomimetics

Use caution with diabetes, hyperthyroidism, and cerebrovascular disease

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Adverse reactions of Albuterol Sulfate in cardiovascular

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Dysrhythmias, tachycardia, peripheral vasodilation

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Adverse reactions of Albuterol Sulfate in respiratory

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Bronchospasm

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Adverse reactions of Albuterol Sulfate in central nervous system

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Tremors, nervousness

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Adverse reactions of Albuterol Sulfate in GI

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Nausea, vomiting

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Adverse reaction of Albuterol Sulfate in endocrine

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Hyperglycemia

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Adult dosage of Albuterol Sulfate

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2.5 mg of premixed solution for inhalation

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Administration of Albuterol Sulfate

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Nebulizer, mouth piece or in-line mask

Patients own inhaler

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Brand name of Albuterol sulfate

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Proventil, Ventolin

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