Group 2 - Albuterol Sulfate Flashcards
Albuterol Sulfate
Drug Class?
Albuterol Sulfate
Drug Class:
- Sympathomimetic
- Bronchodilator
Albuterol Sulfate
Mechanism of Action (MOA)?
Albuterol Sulfate
Mechanism of Action (MOA):
- ß agonist (primarily ß2); relaxes bronchial smooth muscle, resulting in bronchodilation
Albuterol Sulfate
Indications?
Albuterol Sulfate
Indications:
- Treatment of bronchospasm
Albuterol Sulfate
Contraindications?
Albuterol Sulfate Contraindications:
- Synergistic with other sympathomimetics
- Use caution in patients with diabetes, hyperthyroidism, and cerebrovascular disease
Albuterol Sulfate
Adverse Reactions?
Albuterol Sulfate Adverse Reactions:
- CV: Dysrhythmias, tachycardia, peripheral vasodilation
- Resp: Bronchospasm (rare with excessive use)
- CNS: Tremors, nervousness
- GI: Nausea, vomiting
- Endocrine: Hyperglycemia
Albuterol Sulfate
Adult Dose?
Albuterol Sulfate Adult Dose:
- 2.5 mg of premixed solution for inhalation (0.083%) via SVN with a mouth piece, or inline with a ventilator device. Repeat according to medical control preference.
Albuterol Sulfate
Pediatric Dose?
Albuterol Sulfate Pediatric Dose:
- (Children <40 lbs (18 kg)) - 2.5 mg of premixed solution for inhalation (0.083%) via SVN with a mouth piece, or in-line with a ventilator device. Repeat according to medical control direction.
Albuterol Sulfate
Onset of Action?
Albuterol Sulfate Onset of Action:
- 5 - 15 minutes
Albuterol Sulfate
Peak Effects?
Albuterol Sulfate Peak Effects:
- 30 minutes - 2 hours
Albuterol Sulfate
Duration of Action?
Albuterol Sulfate Duration of Action:
- 3 - 4 hours
Albuterol Sulfate
AZ Drug Box Minimum Supply?
Albuterol Sulfate
AZ Drug Box Minimum Supply:
- 10 mg
Albuterol Sulfate
Special Notes?
Albuterol Sulfate
Special Notes:
- Must be sulfite-free
