Adenosine (Adenocard)

Question 1

Therapeutic Effects of Adenocard

Answer 1

Slows tachycardia
Acts on sinus pacemaker cells
Drug of choice for PSVT

Question 2

Indications of Adenocard

Answer 2

Converts PSVT to sinus rhythm

Question 3

Contraindications of Adenocard

Answer 3

2nd or 3rd degree AV block
Sick sinus syndrome
Hypersensitivity

Question 4

Side Effects of Adenocard

Answer 4

Facial flushing, Chest Pain
Light headedness, hypotension
Parasthesia, Shortness of breath
Headache, Nausea
Diaphoresis, Metalic taste
Palpitations

Question 5

Adult Dose for Adenocard

Answer 5

6mg IVP (fast 1-3sec) with 20ml flush
12mg IVP (fast 1-3sec) with 20ml flush

Question 6

Pediatric Dose Adenocard

Answer 6

0. 1mg/kg IVP (fast 1-3sec) with 10ml flush

0. 2mg/kg IVP (fast 1-3sec) with 10ml flush