Albuterol nebs is our formulary short-acting Beta-agonist agent. (For inpatients, orders for short-acting Beta-agonist metered dose inhalers will be converted to albuterol nebs.)
Per policy, use of these medications is restricted as noted below:
generic (Brand)
Restrictions
albuterol (ProAir, Ventolin)
Inhalers restricted to ventilator patients, SNF only. Inpatient orders will be converted to albuterol nebs.
Per policy, these hazardous drugs have special waste requirements.
Generic (Brand)
Waste Requirements
albuterol (ProAir HFA)
Inhaler canister ⇒ BLACK BUCKET
Available ED To-Go medications.
Description (Qty)
albuterol (Ventolin) 90 mcg / inhation inhaler (#1)
(For inpatients, orders for short-acting Beta-agonist metered dose inhalers will be converted to albuterol nebs.)
Inpatient orders will be converted to albuterol nebs.