SABA Flashcards
1
Q
Prototype
A
Albuterol
2
Q
Routes
A
inhalation, PO
3
Q
Metabolized
A
Liver
4
Q
Excreted
A
Kidneys
4
Q
Action
A
Stimulate beta-adrenergic receptors in smooth muscle
Increases cyclic AMP
Causes bronchodilation
5
Q
Uses
A
bronchospasm in asthma and COPD
prevent exercise induced asthma
5
Q
Adverse effects
A
Muscle tremors
Cardiac and CNS stimulation (Tachycardia, palpitations, insomnia, agitation, anxiety, and seizures)
6
Q
Interactions
A
Beta-blockers can be induced bronchospasm
Increased stimulatory effects w/ thyroid hormone
MAOIs –> hypertensive crisis
Theophylline, cold products
Caffeine
7
Q
Other SABAs
A
Epinephrine, metaproterenol, levalbuterol, albuterol/ipratropium