| Terbutaline
- Brethaire® |
Noisy
Drug- Rescue Inhaler |
|
Terbutaline
is most commonly used by medic units and in hospitals as an injectable
medication.
Brethaire®
is NOT to be administered by EMTBs per Maryland Medical Protocols
|
| Drug
Action |
Rapid-acting
bronchodilator (Beta-2 agonist) |
| Indications |
Respiratory
distress and/or bronchospasm associated with asthma, allergic reaction,
chronic bronchitis or emphysema |
| Contraindications |
Not
in Maryland Medical Protocols |
| Side
Effects |
Tachycardia,
palpitations, hypertension, angina, nervousness, anxiety, muscle tremors,
dizziness, headache, sweating, nausea, vomiting, sore throat |
| Dose |
1-2
inhalations q4-6 hours |
| Supplied
as Brethaire®
Multi-dose inhaler
|
Brethine
|
 |
|
|
Seniors
