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Albuterol
JSRCC Drugs
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Medical
Undergraduate 1
09/01/2015

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Term
Albuterol Generic Name
Definition
Albuterol
Term
Albuterol Trade Name(s)
Definition
Proventil, Ventolin
Term
Albuterol Class
Definition
Bronchodilator, Beta agnoist
Term
Albuterol Mechanism of Action
Definition
Binds and Stimulates beta2 receptors, causing relaxation of smooth muscles of bronchial tree resulting in bronchodilation
Term
Albuterol Indications
Definition
Asthma, COPD, bronchospasm
Term
Albuterol Contraindications
Definition
Angioedema, cardiac dysrhythmias secondary to tachycardia. Use with caution in patients with cardiac history
Term
Albuterol Adverse Reactions
Definition
Tachycardia, tremors, anxiety, palpitations, dysrhythmias, dry mouth, throat irritation
Term
Albuterol Onset
Definition
5-15 minutes
Term
Albuterol Duration
Definition
3-4 hours
Term
Albuterol Dose
Definition
2.5-5 mg nebulized
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