Terbutaline IV Push use with SubQ only Labeling

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Terbutaline IV Push use with SubQ only Labeling

Hello colleagues,

With drugs like terbutaline, labeled for subcutaneous use only but used intravenously in practice, how do you address safe use with providers and nurses? A review of appropriate use of inactive ingredients makes sense as well as sharing literature support. Any thoughts/wisdom would be appreciated,

Megan Fragale, PharmD, MS, BCPS
Medication Safety Officer
Skagit Regional Health