Albuterol dosing
Bronchodilators · 2.5 mg/3 mL (nebulizer) · Inhaled (MDI / Nebulizer)
Calculated, not generatedWeight-based dose
| Dose | Per kg | For 70 kg |
|---|---|---|
| low | 0.03 mg/kg | 2.1 mg |
| standard | 0.05 mg/kg | 3.5 mg |
| high | 0.07 mg/kg | 4.9 mg |
MDI: 4-8 puffs (90 mcg/puff). Nebulizer: 2.5-5 mg. May cause tachycardia & hypokalemia.
Renal & hepatic adjustment
No drug-specific organ adjustment in our database — use clinical judgment and verify against the label.
Evidence A · Standard bronchospasm treatment
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Vigil computes Albuterol for your patient's actual weight — and adjusts for renal or hepatic impairment automatically, with the cited rationale. The number is calculated from a verified database, never guessed.
Decision support for licensed clinicians — not a substitute for clinical judgment. Always verify against the package insert and the patient in front of you.