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Albuterol

Generic Name: albuterol
Trade Name: Proventil
Indication: bronchodilator used to prevent airway obstruction in asthma and COPD Action binds to Beta2 adrenergic receptors in the airway leading to relaxation of the smooth muscles in the airways
Therapeutic Class: bronchodilator
Pharmacologic Class: adrenergic
Nursing Considerations
may decrease the effectiveness of Beta Blockers
use caution with
o heart disease
o diabetes
o glaucoma
o seizure disorder
overuse of inhalers can lead to bronchospasm
monitor for chest pain and palpitations
can decrease digoxin levels