Salbutamol Flashcards
1
Q
how does it come
A
5mg in 2.5 mls
2
Q
contras
A
- hypersensitivity
- cardiogenic pulmonary oedema
3
Q
indications
A
- bronchospasm + respiratory disease associated with a wheeze
- acute bronchial asthma, bronchitis, smoke inhalation, severe alergic/anaphylactic reaction, APO (non cardiac), salt water aspiration syndrom (COPD)
4
Q
Route
A
NEB
MDI
5
Q
NEB dose and repeat
A
5-10mg (1-2 nebules)
PRN no max
6
Q
MDI dose and repeat
A
4-12 puffs (400-1200mcg)
repeat every 20 minutes or sooner if needed for first hour