| LEVALBUTEROL |
Noisy
Drug- Nebulized
Quiet
Drug also |
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Levalbuterol
is a nebulizer solution (Xopenex) used to treat and/or prevent bronchospasms
in asthmatics. Prophylactally, it is sometimes used mixed in combination
with a nebulized corticosteroid, such as Pulmacort Respules.
It is currently
NOT approved for prehospital use in Maryland
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| Drug
Action |
Rapid-acting
bronchodilator |
| Indications |
Respiratory
distress and/or bronchospasm associated with asthma, allergic reaction,
chronic bronchitis or emphysema |
| Contraindications |
None |
| Side
Effects |
Tachycardia,
palpitations, hypertension, angina, nervousness, anxiety, muscle tremors,
dizziness, headache, sweating, nausea, vomiting, sore throat |
| Dose |
Not in
Maryland Protocol. Usual dose 0.63 mg or 1.25 mg t.i.d (q6-8 hours) via
nebulizer |
| Supplied
as Xopenex
Solution 0.63 mg/3 mL & 1.25 mg/3 mL.
 
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Seniors
