Set 6 Flashcards
What is the class of albuterol?
Bronchodilator
What is the action of albuterol?
Selective B2 stimulator
What is albuterol used for?
1st line asthma, COPD
DOC beta blocker overdose, hyperkalemia
What is the dose of albuterol?
2.5mg in 3mL sterile water
Nebulizer/ Aerosol
What are the contraindications of albuterol?
Tach-Dys >150
What are the side effects/ notes for albuterol?
Tachycardia
Dysrhythmia
Hypertension
What is another name for terbutaline?
Brethine
What is the class of terbutaline?
Bronchodilator
What are the actions of terbutaline?
Selective B2 stimulator
What is terbutaline used for?
Asthma
What is the dose of terbutaline?
0.25mg (SQ)
MAX 0.5mg in any 4hr period
What are the contraindications of terbutaline?
Tach-Dys >150
What are the side effects/ notes of terbutaline?
Tachycardia Chest pain Nausea Apprehension Restlessness
What is the class of epinephrine 1:1000
Sympathomimetic
What is epinephrine 1:1000 used for?
Asthma
Allergic reaction
Anaphylaxis