TDM

Ungraded Practice Question

Albuterol is a fast-acting bronchodilator used acutely during asthma attacks. Which of the reasons below explains why TDM for albuterol is not available or common?

Please select the single best answer

It is not a chronically used drug so toxicity is less likely.
The half-life is short, and the drug is cleared quickly.
It has a wide therapeutic window.
Compliance is not an issue with albuterol.
All of the above
None of the above

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