Drug Card Study Set

What is the class of Epinephrine?

sympathomimetic, alpha-1, beta-1, and beta-2 agonist, blocks histamine receptors

Adrenalin

What is the trade name for Epinephrine?

0.3-0.5mg IM

What is the adult dose for Epinephrine 1:1?

0.01mg/kg IM

What is the pediatric dose for Epinephrine 1:1?

bronchospasm, COPD, asthma, allergic reaction

What are the indications for Epinephrine 1:1?

none in the emergency setting; relative: HTN, PE, MI

What are the contraindications for Epinephrine 1:1?

HA, restlessness, anxiety, PE, dysrhythmias, CP, tachycardia

What are the potential adverse effects for Epinephrine?

IM

What is the route for Epinephrine 1:1?

1mg/kg IV/IO every 3 to 5 min

What is the adult dosage for Epinephrine 1:10?

0.01mg/kg

What is the pediatric dosage for Epinephrine 1:10?

cardiac arrest, hypotension

What are the indications for Epinephrine 1:10?

none in the emergency setting; HTN, PE, MI

What are the contraindications for Epinephrine 1:10?

IV, IO

What is the route for Epinephrine 1:10?

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Epinephrine

MicroNefrin

What is the trade name for Racemic Epinephrine?

sympathomimetic; stimulates beta-2, reduces airway resistance

What is the class of Racemic Epinephrine?

inhalation

What is the route for Racemic Epinephrine?

5mL in 5mL of NS over 15 min.

What is the adult dosage for Racemic Epinephrine?

-4yo: 0.25mL in 3mL NS over 15 min
+4yo: 0.5mL in 3mL NS over 15 min

What is the pediatric dosage for Racemic Epinephrine?

bronchospasm, COPD/asthma, croup, laryngeal edema

What are the indications for Racemic Epinephrine?

HTN, cardiovascular disease, epiglottitis

What are the contraindications for Racemic Epinephrine?

HA, anxiety, restlessness, fear, palpitations

What adverse effects might Racemic Epinephrine cause?

Nitro-stat, Nitro-Bid, Tridil

What are the trade names for Nitroglycerin?

vasodilator; decreases cardiac oxygen demand

What is the class of Nitroglycerin?

SL

What is the route for Nitroglycerin?

0.4mg SL

What is the adult dosage for Nitroglycerin?

not indicated

What is the pediatric dosage for Nitroglycerin?

CP/signs of ACS, angina pectoris, HTN, CHF, PE

What are the indications for Nitroglycerin?

hypotension, hypovolemia, head bleed, severe brady- or tachycardia, RV infarction

What are the contraindications for Nitroglycerin?

Proventil, Ventolin

What are the trade names for Albuterol?

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Nitroglycerin

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Albuterol

bronchodilator, sympathomimetic; stimulates beta-2 receptors

What is the class of Albuterol?

2.5mg/2.5mL

What is the adult dosage of Albuterol?

under 20kg - 1.25mg/dose

What is the pediatric dosage of Albuterol?

inhalation

What is the route for Albuterol?

bronchospasm, COPD, asthma

What are the indications for Albuterol?

tachycardia, dysrhythmias

What are the contraindications for Albuterol?

HA, dizziness, weakness, syncope, hypotension, N/V, dry mouth

What adverse effects might Nitroglycerin have?

jittery, light-headed, tachycardia, irritable, restlessness

What adverse effects might Albuterol have?

Brethine

What is the trade name for Terbutaline?

Terbutaline

What is the generic name for Brethine?

bronchodilator, Beta-2 agonist, tocolytic

What is the class of Terbutaline?

0.25mg SQ

What is the adult dose for Terbutaline?

Not recommended for under 12yo

What is the pediatric dose for Terbutaline?

SQ

What is the route for Terbutaline?

bronchospasm, COPD, asthma, stop labor contractions

What are the indications for Terbutaline?

tachydysrhythmia

What are the contraindications for Terbutaline?

HA, restlessness, anxiety, wheezing, coughing, ECG changes

What are the potential adverse effects for Terbutaline?

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Terbutaline

Ipratropium

What is the generic name for Atrovent?

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Atrovent

bronchodilator adjunct, anticholinergic, inhibits mucous secretions

What is the class of Atrovent?

250-500mcg via nebulizer (0.5mg/2.5mL)

What is the dose of Atrovent?

persistent bronchospasm, COPD

What are the indications for Atrovent?

hypersensitivity to: peanuts, atropine, alkaloids

What are the contraindications for Atrovent?

dizzy, nervous, blurred vision, dry mouth, N/V

What are the potential adverse effects for Atrovent?

anticholinergic, prevents PNS from slowing HR

What is the class of Atropine?

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Atropine

Symptomatic sinus bradycardia/AVB: 0.5mg IV
Asystole/PEA: 1mg IV
Symptomatic bradycardia: 0.5mg IV
Organophosphate poisoning: 1mg IV and/or 2mg IM

What is the adult dosage for Atropine?

Symptomatic sinus bradycardia/AVB: 0.02mg/kg

What is the pediatric dosage for Atropine?

IV, IM

What is the route for Atropine?

symptomatic bradycardia, organophosphate poisoning

What are the indications for Atropine?

Tachycardia, MI

What are the contraindications for Atropine?

HA, N/V, palpitations, blurred vision, paradoxical bradycardia

What are the potential adverse effects from Atropine?

Decadron

What is the trade name of Dexamethasone?

Dexamethasone

What is the generic name of Decadron?

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Decadron

corticosteroid, suppresses immune response

What is the class of Decadron?

10-100mg IV/IO/IM

What is the adult dose for Decadron?

0.25-1mg/kg

What is the pediatric dose for Decadron?

IV, IO, IM

What are the routes for Decadron?

bronchospasm, COPD, asthma, croup, spinal cord injury, elevated ICP

What are the indications for Decadron?

sepsis

What are the contraindications for Decadron?

HA, restlessness, euphoria, HTN, fluid retention

What are the potential adverse effects from Decadron?

Methylprednisolone

What is the generic name for Solu-Medrol?

Solu-Medrol

What is the trade name for Methylprednisolone?

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Solu-Medrol

corticosteroid, suppresses immune response, dilates smooth muscle

What is the class of Solu-Medrol?

1-2mg/kg IV

What is the dosage for Solu-Medrol?

IV

What is the route for Solu-Medrol?

bronchospasm, COPD, asthma, allergic reaction

What are the indications for Solu-Medrol?

premature infants, systemic fungal infections, GI bleed

What are the contraindications for Solu-Medrol?

HA, restlessness, depression, hypokalemia

What are the potential adverse effects for Solu-Medrol?

Acetaminophen

What is the generic name for Tylenol?

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Tylenol

analgesic, antipyretic; acts on hypothalamus

What is the class of Tylenol?

15mg/kg PO

What is the dosage for Tylenol?

PO

What is the route for Tylenol?

fever, pain

What are the indications for Tylenol?

hepatic disease

What are the contraindications for Tylenol?

GI upset

What are the potential adverse effects from Tylenol?

Ofirmev

What is the trade name for acetaminophen injection?

acetaminophen injection

What is the generic name for Ofirmev?

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Ofirmev

analgesic, antipyretic

What is the class of Ofirmev?

Mix 1g in 100mL NS, give over 10 min.

What is the adult dosage for Ofirmev?

not indicated

What is the pediatric dosage for Ofirmev?

IV

What is the route for Ofirmev?

pain or fever in patients unable to take oral meds

What are the indications for Ofirmev?

pediatrics, hepatic impairment

What are the contraindications for Ofirmev?

N/V, HA

What are the potential adverse effects from Ofirmev?

Dilaudid

What is the trade name for Hydromorphone?

Hydromorphone

What is the generic name for Dilaudid?

opioid analgesic

What is the class of Dilaudid?

0.5-2mg slow IVP, 1-2mg IM

What is the adult dose for Dilaudid?

0.2-0.5mg IVP

What is the pediatric dose for Dilaudid?

IV, IM

What is the route for Dilaudid?

moderate to severe pain

What are the indications for Dilaudid?

GI obstruction, respiratory depression

What are the contraindications for Dilaudid?

Low BP, increased ICP, decreased RR

What are the potential adverse effects from Dilaudid?

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Dilaudid

Sublimaze

What is the trade name for Fentanyl?

Fentanyl

What is the generic name for Sublimaze?

opioid analgesic

What is the class of Fentanyl?

moderate to severe pain, induction of anesthesia

What are the indications for Fentanyl?

head injury

What are the contraindications for Fentanyl?

0.5-1mcg/kg slow IV/IN

What is the adult dose of Fentanyl?

0.5mcg/kg slow IV/IN

What is the pediatric dose of Fentanyl?

IV, IN

What is the route for Fentanyl?

confusion, drowsiness, syncope, increased ICP, apnea, N/V

What are the potential adverse affects from Fentanyl?

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Fentanyl

Roxanol, MS Contin

What is the trade name for Morphine?

Morphine

What is the generic name for Roxanol (MS Contin)?

opioid analgesic; decreases fear and anxiety, decreases pre- and afterload

What is the class of Morphine?

2-5mg IV or IM

What is the adult dose of Morphine?

0.1mg/kg IV or IM

What is the pediatric dose of Morphine?

IV, IM

What is the route for Morphine?

moderate to severe pain, heart failure, CP associated with MI

What are the indications for Morphine?

head injury, COPD exacerbation, GI obstruction, respiratory depression, hypovolemia

What are the contraindications for Morphine?

low BP, decreased RR, bronchospasm, confusion, syncope, increased ICP

What are the potential adverse effects from Morphine?

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Morphine

Naloxone

What is the generic name for Narcan?

opioid analgesic

What is the class of Narcan?

0.4-2mg IV/IM/IN/SQ

What is the adult dose for Narcan?

0.1mg/kg IV/IM/IN/SQ

What is the pediatric dose for Narcan?

IV, IM, IN, SQ

What is the route for Narcan?

opiate overdose, coma of unknown origin

What are the indications for Narcan?

caution with: addicts, neonates of addicted mothers

What are the contraindications for Narcan?

N/V, seizures, withdrawal symptoms, agitation, aggression

What adverse effects might Narcan cause?

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Narcan

Toradol

What is the trade name for Ketelorac Tromethamine?

NSAID analgesic; does not cause sedative or anxiolytic effects

What is the class of Toradol?

15-30mg IV, 30-60mg IM

What is the adult dose for Toradol?

10-15mg IV or IM

What is the pediatric dose for Toradol?

IV, IM

What is the route for Toradol?

moderate to severe pain

What are the indications for Toradol?

allergies to salicylates or NSAIDS, bleeding disorders, renal failure

What are the contraindications for Toradol?

HA, dyspnea, GI bleed, diarrhea, nausea, dyspepsia

What adverse effects might Toradol cause?

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Toradol

Ibuprofen

What is the generic name for Motrin?

NSAID analgesic, antipyretic

What is the class of Motrin?

10mg/kg

What is the dosage for Motrin?

PO

What is the route for Motrin?

minor pain relief, reduce fever

What are the indications for Motrin?

pregnancy, allergies to aspirin

What are the contraindications for Motrin?

skin rash, vomiting

What adverse effects might Motrin cause?

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Motrin

GlucaGen

What is the trade name for Glucagon?

hyperglycemic

What is the class of Glucagon?

hypoglycemia: 1mg IM/IN
beta-blocker/calcium channel blocker OD: 3-10mg IV/IO

What is the adult dose for Glucagon?

hypoglycemia: under 20kg - 0.5mg
beta-blocker or calcium channel blocker OD: 0.05-0.15mg/kg over 3-5 min

What is the pediatric dose for Glucagon?

IV, IO, IM, IN

What is the route for Glucagon?

hypoglycemia and unable to obtain IV access, beta-blocker or calcium channel blocker OD

What are the indications for Glucagon?

hyperglycemia

What are the contraindications for Glucagon?

dizzy, headache, hypertension, tachycardia, rebound hypoglycemia

What are the potential adverse effects for Glucagon?

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Glucagon

Oral Glucose

What is the generic name for Insta-Glucose?

carbohydrate; absorbs in the GI tract

What is the class of Oral Glucose?

25g PO

What is the adult dose for Oral Glucose?

0.5-1g PO

What is the pediatric dose for Oral Glucose?

PO

What is the route for Oral Glucose?

hypoglycemia (must be conscious)

What are the indications for Oral Glucose?

decreased LOC, N/V

What are the contraindications for Oral Glucose?

N/V

What are the potential adverse effects for Oral Glucose?

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Oral Glucose

D50W

What is the trade name for Dextrose?

carbohydrate

What is the class of Dextrose?

25g slow IVP

What is the adult dose of Dextrose?

0.5-1g 25% Dextrose

What is the pediatric dose of Dextrose?

IV

What is the route for Dextrose?

hypoglycemia, coma of unknown origin

What are the indictions for Dextrose?

head bleed

What are the contraindications for Dextrose?

Extravasion causes tissue necrosis; warmth, pain, burning at IV site

What are the potential adverse effects for Dextrose?

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Dextrose

Zofran

What is the trade name for Ondansetron?

antiemetic, serotonin receptor antagonist

What is the class of Zofran?

4-8mg IV/IM/PO/SL

What is the adult dose for Zofran?

0.15mg/kg

What is the pediatric dose for Zofran?

IV, IM, PO, SL

What is the route for Zofran?

prevention and control of N/V

What are the indications for Zofran?

long QT syndrome

What are the contraindications for Zofran?

HA, wheezing, long QT syndrome, A-Fib, constipation, diarrhea

What are the potential adverse effects for Zofran?

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Zofran

Phenergan

What is the trade name for Promethazine?

antiemetic, antihistamine, phenothiazine

What is the class of Phenergan?

12.5mg IV, 25mg IM

What is the adult dose for Phenergan?

0.25mg/kg IV, 0.5mg/kg IM

What is the pediatric dose for Phenergan?

IM, IV

What is the route for Phenergan?

N/V, motion sickness

What are the indications for Phenergan?

coma, CNS depression

What are the contraindications for Phenergan?

HA, dizziness, drowsiness, palpitations

What are the potential adverse effects from Phenergan?

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Phenergan

Benadryl

What is the trade name for Diphenhydramine?

antihistamine; reverses extrapyramidal reactions

What is the class for Benadryl?

25-50mg IM, IV, PO

What is the adult dose for Benadryl?

1-2mg/kg IV, IO, IM

What is the pediatric dose for Benadryl?

IM, IV, PO, IM, IO

What are the routes for Benadryl?

allergic reaction, dystonic reaction

What are the indications for Benadryl?

Newborns, premature infants, narrow angle glaucoma, MAOI use

What are the contraindications for Benadryl?

Drowsy, sedation, dizzy, HA, dry mouth

What are the potential adverse effects for Benadryl?

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Benadryl

Aspirin

What is the generic name for Acetylsalicylic Acid (ASA)?

anti-inflammatory, platelet inhibitor

What is the class of Aspirin?

325mg as 4x 81mg chewable tablets

What is the dose for Aspirin?

PO

What is the route for Aspirin?

CP/signs of ACS

What are the indications for Aspirin?

Relative: GI bleeding, ulcer disease, asthma

What are the contraindications for Aspirin?

Increase in bleeding, bronchospasm, N/V

What are the potential adverse effects for Aspirin?

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Aspirin

Dopamine

What is the generic name of Intropin?

adrenergic, vasopressor, inotropic agent; increases BP and preload

What is the class of Dopamine?

5-20mcg/kg/min

What is the dose for Dopamine?

IV

What are the routes for Dopamine?

Cardiogenic/septic/distributive shock, hypotension

What are the indications for Dopamine?

hypovolemic shock, V-fib

What are the contraindications for Dopamine?

Extravasion my cause tissue necrosis, HA, anxiety, dyspnea, CP, palpitations

What are the potential adverse effects for Dopamine?

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Dopamine

Etomidate

What is the generic name for Amidate?

sedative/anesthetic; short-acting hypnotic

What is the class of Etomidate?

0.2-0.6mg IV, IM

What is the adult dose for Etomidate?

0.2-.4mg IV

What is the pediatric dose for Etomidate?

IV, IM

What are the routes for Etomidate?

intubation, cardioversion

What are the indications for Etomidate?

labor/delivery

What are the contraindications for Etomidate?

Apnea, respiratory, depression, hypoventilation, hyperventilation

What are the potential adverse effects for Etomidate?

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Etomidate

Ketalar

What is the trade name for Ketamine?

sedative/anesthetic

What is the class of Ketamine?

1-2mg/kg over 1-2min

What is the route of Ketamine?

IV

What is the route for Ketamine?

excited delirium, pain management, procedural sedation

What are the indications for Ketamine?

hypersensitivity

What are the contraindications for Ketamine?

N/V, elevated BP, apnea

What adverse effects might Ketamine cause?

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Ketamine

Rocuronium

What is the generic name for Zemuron?

neuromuscular blocker; skeletal muscle paralysis

What is the class of Rocuronium?

0.6-1.2mg/kg

What is the dose for Rocuronium?

IV

What is the route for Rocuronium?

RSI

What are the indications for Rocuronium?

sensitivity to bromides, heart and liver disease

What are the contraindications for Rocuronium?

bronchospasm, wheezing, rhonchi, respiratory depression, apnea

What adverse effects might Rocuronium cause?

Succinylcholine

What is the generic name for Anectine?

neuromuscular blocker; short-acting

What is the class of Succinylcholine?

1-2mg/kg

What is the dose for Succinylcholine?

IV

What is the route for Succinylcholine?

RSI

What are the indications for Succinylcholine?

acute narrow angle glaucoma, penetrating eye injuries, malignant hyperthermia

What are the contraindications for Succinylcholine?

apnea, respiratory depression, brady-dysrhythmia, tachydysrhythmia

What adverse effects might Succinylcholine cause?

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Succinylcholine

Vecuronium

What is the generic name for Norcuron?

neuromuscular blocker

What is the class of Vecuronium?

0.1-0.2mg/kg

What is the dose for Vecuronium?

IV

What is the route for Vecuronium?

RSI

What are the indications for Vecuronium?

acute narrow angle glaucoma, penetrating eye injuries

What are the contraindications for Vecuronium?

weakness, prolonged neuromuscular block, bronchospasm, apnea

What adverse effects might Vecuronium cause?

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Vecuronium

Midazolam

What is the generic name for Versed?

benzodiazepine, interacts with CNS

What is the class of Versed?

seizure: 0.2mg/kg IM/IN, 0.1mg IV
sedation: 0.5-0.25mg IV
chemical restraint: 5mg IV/IN/IM

What is the adult dose for Versed?

IV, IM, IN

What is the route for Versed?

seizures: 0.1-0.3mg/kg IV/IM

What is the pediatric dose for Versed?

seizures, procedural sedation, chemical restraint

What are the indications for Versed?

acute narrow angle glaucoma, shock, coma, OD

What are the contraindications for Versed?

HA, respirator arrest, nausea, hypotension

What are the potential adverse effects for Versed?

Valium

What is the generic name for Diazepam?

benzodiazepine

What is the class of Valium?

seizure: 5mg over 5 min. IV, 10mg IM
cardioversion: 5-15mg IV over 5-10 min.

What is the adult dose for Valium?

seizure: 0.05-0.1mg/kg slow IV, 0.1-2mg/kg IM

What is the pediatric dose for Valium?

IV, IM

What are the routes for Valium?

acute anxiety, agitation, seizures, sedation, chemical restraint

What are the indications for Valium?

narrow angle glaucoma, myasthenia graves, nausea, thrombosis

What are the contraindications for Valium?

dizziness, confusion, respiratory depression, hypotension

What adverse effects might Valium cause?

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Valium

systemic hydrogen ion buffer, raises pH; binds with acids in body

What is the class of Sodium Bicarbonate?

1 mEq/kg slow IV/IO (dilute to 4.2% in small children)

What is the dose for Sodium Bicarbonate?

IV/IO

What is the route for Sodium Bicarbonate?

metabolic acidosis, TCS/ASA overdose, crush injuries

What are the indications for Sodium Bicarbonate?

alkalosis, hypokalemia

What are the contraindications for Sodium Bicarbonate?

alkalosis, NAIS, seizes, electrolyte imbalance

What adverse effects might Sodium Bicarbonate cause?

Thiamine

What is the generic name for Vitamin B1?

100mg IVP

What is the dose for Thiamine?

hypoglycemia patient that appears to be intoxicated or malnourished

What are the indications for Thiamine?

hypersensitivity

What are the contraindications for Thiamine?

none

What potential adverse effects might Thiamine cause?

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Thiamine

naturally occurring atmospheric gas

What is the class of oxygen?

cardiac arrest/CO poisoning: 100%
hypoxemia: 10-15L/min NRB
COPD:0-2 L/min

What is the dose for oxygen?

hypoxemia, chest pain, breathing problems, CO poisoning, decreased LOC

What are the indications for oxygen?

COPD, hyperventilation

What are the contraindications for oxygen?

none

What are the potential adverse effects from oxygen?

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oxygen

0.9% Sodium Chloride

What is the generic name for Normal Saline?

isotonic crystalloid solution

What is the class of Normal Saline?

20mL/kg

What is the adult dose for Normal Saline?

10mL/kg

What is the pediatric dose for Normal Saline?

IV, IO

What are the route for Normal Saline?

hypovolemia, hypovolemic shock, heart related problems, DKA

What are the indications for Normal Saline?

heart failure, PE

What are the contraindications for Normal Saline?

none

What are the potential adverse effects from Normal Saline?

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Normal Saline

isotonic crystalloid solution; contains lactate that is converted to bicarbonate to help buffer acidosis

What is the class of Lactated Ringers?

20mL/kg

What is the adult dosage for Lactated Ringers?

10mL/kg

What is the pediatric dosage for Lactated Ringers?

hypovolemia, hypovolemic shock

What are the indications for Lactated Ringers?

heart or renal failure

What are the contraindications for Lactated Ringers?

none

What are the potential adverse effects from Lactated Ringers?

Ativan

What is the trade name for Lorazepam?

benzodiazepine; short-acting

What is the class for Lorazepam?

anxiety/sedation: 2mg IV, 4mg IM
seizures: 0.1mg/kg

What is the adult dose for Lorazepam?

0.05mg/kg

What is the pediatric dosage for Lorazepam?

IV, IO, IM

What are the routes for Lorazepam?

initial control of status epileptics or severe recurrent seizures, anxiety, sedation, chemical restraint

What are the indications for Lorazepam?

acute narrow-angle glaucoma, coma, shock, drug abuse

What are the contraindications for Lorazepam?

dizziness, headache, respiratory depression, hypotension

What are the potential adverse effects from Lorazepam?

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Lorazepam

Romazicon

What is the trade name of trade name of Flumazenil?

benzodiazepine

What is the class of Romazicon?

0.2mg over 15sec, 0.3mg over 30sec, 0.5 over 30sec

What is the adult dosage for Romazicon?

not indicated!

What is the pediatric dose for Romazicon?

IV, IO

What is are the routes for Romazicon?

Respiratory depression, sedation from benzodiazepine

What are the indications for Romazicon?

Tricyclic antidepressant OD, seizure-prone pt

What are the contraindications for Romazicon?

Seizures, dizziness, agitation, HA

What are the potential adverse effects from Romazicon?

Xylocaine

What is the trade name for Lidocaine?

Antidysrhythmic, anesthetic; decreases automaticity of heart

What is the class of Lidocaine?

Initial bolus: 1-1.5mg/kg IV/IO
Subsequent bolus: 0.5-0.75mg/kg

What is the adult dose for Lidocaine?

Infusion: 20-50mcg/kg/min

What is the pediatric dose for Lidocaine?

IV, IO

What are the routes for Lidocaine?

Alternative to amiodarone in cardiac arrest from VT or VF

What are the indications for Lidocaine?

2nd or 3rd degree AVB in absence of artificial pacemaker

What are the contraindications for Lidocaine?

Anxiety, drowsiness, confusion, seizures

What potential adverse effects might Lidocaine cause?

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Romazicon

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Lidocaine

Adenocard

What is the trade name for Adenosine?

Antidysrhythmic; slows conduction through the AV node

What is the class of Adenosine?

6mg, 12mg, 12mg rapid IV

What is the adult dose for Adenosine?

0.1mg/kg

What is the pediatric dose for Adenosine?

IV

What are the routes for Adenosine?

SVT

What are the indications for Adenosine?

2nd or 3rd AVB, drug induced tachycardia

What are the contraindications for Adenosine?

CP, metallic taste, short lasting

What are the potential adverse effects for Adenosine?

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Adenosine

Cardizem

What is the trade name for Diltiazem?

Antidysrhythmic, calcium channel blocker

What is the class of Cardizem?

20-25mg (0.25mg/kg) slow IVP

What is the adult dose for Cardizem?

0.25mg/kg slow IVP

What is the pediatric dose for Cardizem?

IV

What are the routes for Cardizem?

Stable narrow QRS tachycardia, treatment of A-Fib with RVR

What are the indications for Cardizem?

Hypotension, 2nd or 3rd degree HB, Wolf-Parkinson's White syndrome

What are the contraindications for Cardizem?

Dizziness, HA, dyspnea, cough, dysrhythmias, heart failure, syncope, VF, VT, CP

What are the potential adverse effects from Cardizem?

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Cardizem

Cordarone

What is the trade name for Amiodarone?

Antidysrhythmic; delays repolarization and increases duration of action potential

What is the class of Amiodarone?

VF/pulseless VT: 300mg at 150mg slow IV/IO
Wide complex tachycardia: 150 slow IV/IO followed by 150mg infusion over 10 min.

What is the adult dose for Amiodarone?

VF/pulseless VT: 5mg/kg IV/IO at 5mg/kg
Wide complex tachycardia: 5mg/kg in 100cc over 10-20 min.

What is the pediatric dose for Amiodarone?

IV, IO

What are the routes for Amiodarone?

V-Fib, VT, ectopy

What are the indications for Amiodarone?

Sensitivity to amiodarone or iodine, cardiogenic shock

What are the contraindications for Amiodarone?

Dizziness, fatigue, malaise, CHF

What are the potential adverse effects from Amiodarone?

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Amiodarone

Labetalol

What is the generic name for Normodyne (Trandate)?

Selective A1 and nonselective B1 blocker; reduces BP w/o reducing cardiac output

What is the class for Labetalol?

10mg, may double every 10 min.

What is the adult dose of Labetalol?

Not recommended!

What is the pediatric dose for Labetalol?

IV

What are the routes for Labetalol?

hypertension

What are the indications for Labetalol?

Asthma, heart failure, cardiogenic shock, bradycardia, 2nd and 3rd degree HB

What are the contraindications for Labetalol?

Fatigue, weakness, bronchospasm, dyspnea, heart failure, PE

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Labetalol

Furosemide

What is the generic name for Lasix?

Loop diuretic; blocks absorption of sodium and chloride in kidneys

What is the class of Lasix?

0.5mg/kg IV over 2 min

What is the adult dose for Lasix?

0.5-1mg/kg over 2 min

What is the pediatric dose for Lasix?

IV

What are the routes for Lasix?

Heart failure, PE

What are the indications for Lasix?

Hypovolemia, anuria, hypotension, electrolyte imbalances

What are the contraindications for Lasix?

Dry mouth, dizziness, hyperglycemia, ECG changes, orthostatic hypotension

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Lasix

Electrolyte; increases ventricular automaticity and contractile force

What is the class of Calcium Chloride?

0.5-1g slow IV/IO

What is the adult dose for Calcium Chloride?

20mg/kg slow IV/IO

What is the pediatric dose for Calcium Chloride?

IV, IO

What are the routes for Calcium Chloride?

Hypocalcemia, hyperkalemia, calcium channel blocker toxicity

What are the indications for Calcium Chloride?

Hypercalcemia, V-Fib, digitalis toxicity

What are the contraindications for Calcium Chloride?

Syncope, dysrhythmias, hypotension, vasodilation, coronary artery spasm, NAIS

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Calcium Chloride

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Magnesium Sulphate

Electrolyte, anti-inflammatory; reduces muscle contractions, relaxes uterus

What is the class of Magnesium Sulphate?

Seizure: 1-4g over 4 min.
Cardiac: 1-2g over 5-20 min.
Asthma: 1-2g over 15-30 min.

What is the adult dose for Magnesium Sulphate?

Cardiac: 25-50mg/kg
Asthma: 30-60mg/kg

What is the pediatric dose for Magnesium Sulphate?

IV

What are the routes for Magnesium Sulphate?

Seizures of toxemia, torsades de pointes, bronchoconstriction refractory to other therapies

What are the indications for Magnesium Sulphate?

HB

What are the contraindications for Magnesium Sulphate?

Drowsiness, respiratory depression, abnormal ECG, AVB, hypotension, dysreflexia

What are the potential adverse effects from Magnesium Sulphate?