Baby's Heart Rate Soars After Albuterol Overdose: Doctor Explains Cold Water Treatment

In a recent viral video, Dr. Myro Figura, MD, recounts a critical incident involving his baby's rapid heart rate after receiving an overdose of albuterol. The video shows the medical team's quick action to use cold water immersion to control the heart rate. "That time they gave my baby too much albuterol and his heart rate jumped up to the 200s," Dr. Figura explains in the video, highlighting the effectiveness of the cold water treatment in stabilizing the situation. The video has garnered significant attention online, prompting discussions about the importance of proper albuterol dosage and the use of the mammalian diving reflex in emergency situations. The incident serves as a reminder of the potential risks and benefits of medical interventions and the importance of rapid response in critical situations.