Salbutamol

Question 1

What type of drug is salbutamol

Answer 1

bronchodilator

Question 2

salbutamol presentation

Answer 2

nebules containing 2.5mg in 2.5ml or 5mg in 2.5ml

Question 3

Salbutamol indications

Answer 3

acute asthma attacks where normal inhaler therapy is not working

expiratory wheeze associated with allergies, anaphylaxis, beta blocker overdose, smoke inhalation or lower airway causes.

exacerbation of COPD

Question 4

Salbutamol actions

Answer 4

salbutamol is a selective B2 adrenoreceptor stimulant drug. has a relaxant effect on the smooth muscle in the airways.

Question 5

Salbutamol contraindications

Answer 5

none in an emergency

Question 6

Salbutamol cautions

Answer 6

hypertension, angina, overactive thyroid, late pregnancy, beta blockers, softening of tissues in the bronchial tubes, larynx and trachea, COPD

Question 7

Salbutamol side effects

Answer 7

tremor, tachycardia, palpitations, headache, feelings of tension, peripheral vasodilation, muscle cramps and rash

Question 8

If a patient has COPD how long should nebulisation be limited to?

Answer 8

6 mins

Question 9

When should repeat doses of salbutamol be discontinued?

Answer 9

if side effects are becoming significant, such as:
tremors
tachycardia > 140 in adults

Question 10

Salbutamol dosage for 2.5mg in 2.5ml

Answer 10

age 6+: 5mg
less than 6: 2.5mg