adenosine Flashcards
1
Q
name (trade)
A
adenocard
2
Q
class
A
antidysrhythmic
2
Q
description
A
endogenous nucleoside
3
Q
mechanism of action
A
slows tachycardia associated with the AV node
3
Q
onset
A
15 seconds
3
Q
half life
A
10 seconds
4
Q
duration
A
30 sec
5
Q
indications
A
svt
psvt
wide complex tach of unknown origin
6
Q
contraindications
A
second or 3rd degree AV node
sick sinus syndrome
7
Q
side effects
A
transient asystole
8
Q
drug interactions
A
xanthines
9
Q
supplied
A
varies
10
Q
dose/administration
A
IV: 6mg rapid bolus
if no improvement: another 12 mg
if no improvement: another 12 mg
