CPP Salbutamol Flashcards
1
Q
Salbutamol
Primary emergency indications
A
- Respiratory distress with suspected bronchospasm
a) Asthma
b) Anaphylaxis
c) COPD
d) Other causes of bronchospasm
2
Q
Salbutamol
Contraindications
A
Nil of significance in the above indications
3
Q
Salbutamol
Key timings
A
Onset = 5-15min
Peak = n/a
Duration = 15-50min
4
Q
Salbutamol
Special notes/ Important interactions
A
Continue to administer oxygen 8L/min between doses
5
Q
Salbutamol
Pharmacology/
Actions
A
Stimulates Beta2 adrenoreceptors = relaxation of bronchial smooth muscle (aka bronchodilation)
6
Q
Salbutamol
Side effects
A
- Tachycardia,
- Palpitations,
- Muscle tremor.
7
Q
Salbutamol
Presentations
A
a) Inhalation ampoule: Single dose units of 5mg in 2.5mL nebules/polyamps,
b) Inhalation ampoule: Single dose units of 2.5mg in 2.5mL nebules/polyamps,
c) Pressurised Metered Dose Inhaler (pMDI) with 0.1mg per actuation/dose.
