T1-Medications Flashcards
Albuterol classification
Short acting beta-2 rector agonist (SABA)
Albuterol Indications (4)
Asthma
COPD
Emphysema
Bronchospasm
Albuterol side effects (5)
Bronchospasm
Headaches
Palpitations
Throat irritation
Tremor
Albuterol administration
Oral formulation should be taken with food
Albuterol Nursing implication
-monitor patient’s respiratory function before and after administration
Albuterol Brand name
Proventil
Montelukast brand name
Singular
Montelukast classification
leukotriene receptor antagonist
Montelukast indication
-allergic rhinitis (seasonal)
-asthma
-exercise induced bronchospasm
Montelukast side effects (5)
-headache
-diarrhea
-fatigue
-leukopenia
-rash
Montelukast administration
oral formulation on an empty stomach (1-2 hours before meals)
Montelukast nursing implications (2)
-do not crush oral formulations
-monitor CBC and LFTs
Zafirlukast brand name
Accolate
Zafirlukast classification
leukotriene receptor antagonist
Zafirlukast indication
asthma