Salbutamol - Beta 2 agonist Flashcards

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MOA

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Beta-2 receptor agonist. Acts a bronchodilator. It decreases calcium-mediated contraction of the bronchioles by increasing cAMP which activates PKA. PKA inhibits MLCK preventing contraction

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Abs/Distrb/Elim

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InhalationGiven IV
Short acting 3-5hrs

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Clinical use

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Asthma
COPD

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Adverse effects

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Tremors
Tachycardia
Fall in bp

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