SABA Flashcards

1
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Prototype

A

Albuterol

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2
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Routes

A

inhalation, PO

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3
Q

Metabolized

A

Liver

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4
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Excreted

A

Kidneys

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4
Q

Action

A

Stimulate beta-adrenergic receptors in smooth muscle
Increases cyclic AMP
Causes bronchodilation

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5
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Uses

A

bronchospasm in asthma and COPD
prevent exercise induced asthma

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5
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Adverse effects

A

Muscle tremors
Cardiac and CNS stimulation (Tachycardia, palpitations, insomnia, agitation, anxiety, and seizures)

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6
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Interactions

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Beta-blockers can be induced bronchospasm
Increased stimulatory effects w/ thyroid hormone
MAOIs –> hypertensive crisis
Theophylline, cold products
Caffeine

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7
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Other SABAs

A

Epinephrine, metaproterenol, levalbuterol, albuterol/ipratropium

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