Download the cheat: https://bit.ly/50-meds View the lesson: Generic Name salmeterol Trade Name Serevent Indication reversible airway obstruction, exercise induced asthma
Action bronchodilation through stimulation of beta 2 adrenergic receptors
Therapeutic Class bronchodilators
Pharmacologic Class adrenergics
Nursing Considerations • instruct patient to avoid excessive use • can cause headache palpitations tachycardia, abdominal pain, paradoxical bronchospasm • beta blockers and decrease effectiveness • assess respiratory status • may increase glucose levels • always take bronchodialtor first