Episode 27 - Albuterol

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Episode 27 - Albuterol

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Jun 9, 2021

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This week The Curious Clinicians examine why albuterol (and other beta agonists) can cause lactic acidosis. Check out the show notes on our website. Don't forget to pick up your CME/MOC credits, courtesy of VCUHealth! Sound editing by Nodderly.

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Jun 9, 2021

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