Salbutamol Flashcards
1
Q
Indicators for use
A
Bronchospasm secondary to COPD and asthma
Bronchospasm secondary to airway burns, smoke inhalation and chest infection
Release syndrome following crush injury
( limb/s has been crushed for an hour or more )
2
Q
Contraindications of use
A
Severe allergy
3
Q
Cautions
A
None
4
Q
MOA ( mechanism of action )
A
Bronchodilator
Antagonises beta 2 receptors
5
Q
Route and does
A
Nebulised at 8L/m
5mg ( 1 ampoule ) for adults and children
6
Q
Side effects
A
Tremors
Tachycardia
7
Q
Drug life span
A
Onset: 2-5 minutes
Duration: 1-2 hours
