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Bronchodilators. Names n albuterol (Proventil, Ventolin) n metaproterenol (Metaprel, Alupent) n isoetharine (Bronkosol) n bitolterol mesylate (Tornalate)

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1 Bronchodilators

2 Names n albuterol (Proventil, Ventolin) n metaproterenol (Metaprel, Alupent) n isoetharine (Bronkosol) n bitolterol mesylate (Tornalate) n salmeterol xinafoate (Serevent)

3 Actions n Stimulate beta-2 receptor sites n Relax smooth muscle in airway walls n Dilate airways n Lower resistance to air flow n Decrease respiratory effort

4 Supplied As n Solution in handheld metered-dose inhalers (MDI) n Solution for use in small volume nebulizers (SVN)

5 Indications n Shortness of breath n Rapid breathing n Wheezing n Accessory muscle use n Nasal flaring n Restlessness, anxiety n Retractions

6 Contraindications n Patient unable to use device n Maximum medication dose taken from personal inhaler

7 Side Effects n Increased heart rate n Tremors, shakiness n Nervousness n Dry mouth n Nausea, vomiting

8 Precautions n Oxygen first n Medication history n Vitals before, after treatment

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