front 1 Albuterol (Proventil, Ventolin) | back 1
Special
Considerations
- Antagonized by beta-blockers (e.g., Inderal, Metoprolol) May
precipitate angina pectoris and dysrhythmias.
- Should only
be administered by inhalation methodology in pre-hospital
management.
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Pregnancy Safety: Category C
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front 2 Epinephrine (1:1000, 1:10,000) | back 2
Special Considerations
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Pregnancy Safety: Category C
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front 3 Hydrocortisone sodium succinate (Cortef, Solu-Cortef) | back 3
Special Consideration
- Protect medication from heat.
- Toxicity and side
effects with long-term use.
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front 4 Ipratropium bromide (Atrovent) | back 4
Special
Considerations
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Pregnancy Safety: Category B
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Special Considerations
- IV calcium gluconate or calcium chloride should be available
as antagonist if needed.
- Use with caution in patients with
renal failure.
- Being used for acute MI patients in some
systems under Medical Direction.
- Pregnancy safety:
Recommended that drug not be given in the 2 hours before delivery,
if possible.
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front 6 Methylprednisolone sodium succinate (Solu-Medrol) | back 6
Special Consideration
- Protect medication from heat.
- Toxicity and side
effects with long-term use.
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front 7 Racemic epinephrine / racepinephrine (micronEFRIN, S2) | back 7
Special Considerations
- Excessive use may cause bronchospasm.
- May have a
strong rebound effect after drug wears off.
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Pregnancy Safety: Category C
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