GD-028-PHS-EMS: Drug Profile for Albuterol Sulfate
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GENERIC NAME: ALBUTEROL SULFATE
112.03
BRAND NAME: Proventil, Ventolin
CLASS: sympathomimetic, bronchodilator
Mechanism of Action:
ß agonist (primarily ß2); relaxes bronchial smooth muscle, resulting in bronchodilation;
also relaxes vascular and uterine smooth muscle; decreases airway resistance
Indications and Field Use:
Treatment of bronchospasm
Contraindications:
Synergistic with other sympathomimetics
Use caution in patients with diabetes, hyperthyroidism, and cerebrovascular disease
Adverse Reactions:
CV: Dysrhythmias, tachycardia (with excessive use), peripheral vasodilation
Resp: Bronchospasm (rare paradoxical with excessive use)
CNS: Tremors, nervousness
GI: Nausea, vomiting
Endocrine: Hyperglycemia
NOTES ON ADMINISTRATION
Incompatibilities/Drug Interactions:
Tricyclic antidepressants (TCA's) and monoamine oxidase (MAO) inhibitors
Other sympathomimetics (relative)
Adult Dosage:
Give 2.5 mg of premixed solution for inhalation (0.083%) via SVN with a mouth piece,
or in-line with a ventilatory device. Repeated according to medical control preference
Pediatric Dosage: (children <40 lbs)
For children < 40 lbs., administer half of 0.083% premixed solution; add 1-1.5 ml NS to
make 2.5-3 cc inhalation treatment administered via SVN with a mouth piece, O2 mask or
in-line with a ventilatory device. May be repeated according to medical control
preference
