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Levalbuterol (Xopenex) Flashcards

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Levalbuterol (Xopenex)

Class

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Sympathetic agonist (B2 specific)

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Levalbuterol (Xopenex)

Mechanism of Action

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Bronchodilation by action on the beta-2 pulmonary receptors to relax smooth muscle as well as produce CNS and cardiac stimulation.

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Levalbuterol (Xopenex)

Indications

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Asthma, reversible bronchospasm associated with COPD.

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Levalbuterol (Xopenex)

Contraindications

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Known hypersensitivity to the medication. Symptomatic

tachycardia.

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Levalbuterol (Xopenex)

Adverse Reactions

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Palpitations, anxiety, headache, dizziness

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Levalbuterol (Xopenex)

Drug Interactions

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Few/ Minimal

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Levalbuterol (Xopenex)

Adult Dosage

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Adult: 0.63 mg in 3.0 ml NS via SVN

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Levalbuterol (Xopenex)

Pediatric Dosage

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Same as Adult:

0.63 mg in 3.0 ml NS via SVN

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