Levalbuterol Flashcards
Generic name for Xopenex
Levalbuterol
What kind of albuterol is in Levalbuterol?
R-albuterol
What is the brand name for Levalbuterol
Xopenex
Drug class of Levalbuterol
sympathomimetic
Mechanism of action for Levalbuterol
Beta2 agonist. Bronchodilator. relaxes smooth muscle in bronchial tree. LESS BETA 1 PROPERTIES THAN ALBUTEROL
Indications for Levalbuterol
Bronchospasm in asthma, COPD, and anaphylaxis
Contraindications for Levalbuterol
hypersensitivity, extreme tachy, angioedema, severe cardiac disease
Adverse effects for Levalbuterol
same as albuterol, plus hallucinations
Precaution for Levalbuterol
same as albuterol
Dose and admin of Levalbuterol for adult
1.5-2.5mg in 3cc’s nebulized over 20mins
Dose and admin of Levalbuterol for peds
half dose over 20mins