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Levalbuterol
EMT Pharm Review
Term | Definition |
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trade name | Xopenex |
medication class | Isomer, Beta 2 agonist |
Pharmacologic action | Beta 2 receptor agonist; Relaxes bronchial smooth muscle by stimulating beta2 receptors. |
indications for administration | Wheezing associated with the following conditions Asthma COPD Anaphylaxis (only after Epi has been given) |
contraindications | MAOI use within 14 days Peanut allergy |
Medication interactions | none |
adult and pediatric doses | Adult: 1.25 mg; IH (may repeat as necessary) Pediatric: 0.63-1.25 mg; IH (may repeat as necessary) |
special notes | Medication of choice for patients suspected of having increased myocardial oxygen demand. However, this medication can still cause an increase in Heart Rate and BP. It is not recommended that this medication be mixed with Atrovent |