Salbutamol Flashcards
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Salbutamol - Mechanism of Action
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A bronchodilator.
Stimulator of beta-2 receptors.
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Salbutamol - Indications
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Bronchospasm secondary to asthma or CORD
Prominent bronchospasm secondary to airway burns or smoke inhalation or chest infection.
Release syndrome following crush injury.
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Salbutamol - Contraindications
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Known severe allergy.
4
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Salbutamol - Cautions
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None.
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Salbutamol - Dosage
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5mg. Only the initial dose combined with 0.5mg ipratropium.
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Salbutamol - Common side effects
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Tremor.
Tachycardia.
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Salbutamol - Usual onset of effect
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2 - 5 minutes
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Salbutamol - Usual duration of effect
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1 -2 hours
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Salbutamol - Usual preparation
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Ampoule containing 5mg in 2.5ml
Ampoule containing 2.5mg in 2.5ml
10
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Salbutamol - Repeats
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Yes, without Ipratropium.
