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What is the generic name for DuoNeb?

albuterol/Ipratropium bromide

Which of the following are brand names for DuoNeb? (Select all that apply)

  • Ventolin
  • Spiriva
  • DuoNeb (correct)
  • Combivent Respimat (correct)

What are the doses available for DuoNeb?

2.5mg/0.5mg/2ml for adults, 1.25mg/0.25mg/3ml

What classification does DuoNeb fall under?

<p>SABA, Short acting Beta 2 agonist and anticholinergic</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following are indications for DuoNeb? (Select all that apply)

<p>COPD (A), Bronchospasm (B), Acute asthma (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which conditions are contraindications for DuoNeb? (Select all that apply)

<p>Closed-angle glaucoma (A), Hypersensitivity (B), Diabetes (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are some hazards associated with DuoNeb?

<p>Bronchospasm, angioedema, laryngospasm, visual impairment, hypersensitivity reactions</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are some common side effects of DuoNeb?

<p>Headache, dizziness, nausea, dry mouth, tremors</p> Signup and view all the answers

What receptor site does DuoNeb stimulate?

<p>Stimulating Beta 2</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the duration of action for DuoNeb?

<p>6 hr</p> Signup and view all the answers

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DuoNeb Overview

  • Generic name: albuterol/Ipratropium bromide
  • Brand names: DuoNeb and Combivent Respimat

Dosage Information

  • Adult dose: 2.5mg albuterol / 0.5mg ipratropium in 2ml solution
  • Pediatric dose: 1.25mg albuterol / 0.25mg ipratropium in 3ml solution

Classification

  • DuoNeb is classified as a Short-Acting Beta-2 Agonist (SABA) combined with an anticholinergic agent.

Indications

  • Primarily indicated for acute asthma, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), and bronchospasm.

Contraindications

  • Not suitable for patients with hypersensitivity to components.
  • Use caution in patients with cardiovascular disorders (e.g., coronary insufficiency, hypertension), hyperthyroidism, diabetes, or heightened sensitivity to adrenergic agents.
  • Contraindicated in acute bronchospasms, paradoxical bronchospasm, closed-angle glaucoma, bladder obstruction, prostatic hypertrophy, and urinary retention.

Hazards

  • Potential serious risks include bronchospasm, angioedema, laryngospasm, visual impairment, hypertension, hypotension, angina, cardiac arrest, arrhythmia, hypokalemia, and hyperglycemia.

Side Effects

  • Common side effects can include headache, dyspepsia, dizziness, rhinitis, diarrhea, tremors, ocular pain and irritations, dry mouth, hoarseness, cough, nervousness, tachycardia, palpitations, nausea, and weakness.

Mechanism of Action

  • DuoNeb stimulates Beta-2 receptors while inhibiting vagally mediated reflexes by antagonizing acetylcholine at muscarinic receptors located on bronchial smooth muscles.

Specialized Nebulizer Information

  • No specific specialized nebulizer is indicated for use with DuoNeb.

Caregiver Precautions

  • No specific precautions noted for caregivers.

Duration of Effect

  • The duration of action for DuoNeb is approximately 6 hours.

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