Ventolin Flashcards
1
Q
Generic name
A
Salbutamol (canada) , albuterol sulfate (US)
2
Q
Trade name
A
Ventolin
3
Q
Classification
A
Bronchodilator, beta 2-selective adrenergic agonist
4
Q
Indications
A
Treatment of bronchospasm from asthma, chronic bronchitis or emphysema
5
Q
Actions
A
Bronchodilation, some peripheral vasodilation
6
Q
Route
A
Nebulizer or metered dose inhaler
7
Q
Contraindictions
A
Hypersensitivity
8
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Precautions
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- Should not be used with patients presenting with acute heart failure Cardiovascular disease - cardiac dysrhythmias, hypertension
- Diabetes mellitus - risk of drug induced hyperglycaemia
- Hypokalemia - risk further reducing serum potassium levels and possible adverse cardiovascular events
