Salbutamol

Question 1

Indications for Salbutamol

Answer 1

• Bronchospasm secondary to asthma/COPD
• Prominent bronchospasm secondary to airway burns, smoke inhalation or chest infection.
• Release syndrome following crush injury.
• Known or suspected hyperkalaemia with ECG changes.

Question 2

Contraindications for Salbutamol

Answer 2

Known severe allergy

Question 3

Cautions for Salbutamol

Answer 3

NONE

Question 4

Actions of Salbutamol

Answer 4

• Is a Bronchodilator
• Stimulation of Beta 2 receptors causing bronchodilation

Question 5

Salbutamol Dosage

Answer 5

5mg (2.5ml) Repeat as needed

Question 6

Salbutamol Side effects/onset time

Answer 6

Side effects = tachycardia, tremor
Onset = 2-5mins