Afrin

Question 1

Afrin:
Classification -
1. ___

Answer 1

Classification -

1. Adrenergic sympathomimetic

Question 2

Afrin:
Action -
1. ___

Answer 2

Action -

1. Unknown; Causes vasoconstriction of the smaller arterioles in the nasal passages which lasts up to 12 hours.

Question 3

Afrin:
Onset of Action -
1. ___

Answer 3

Onset of Action -

1. Less than 5 minutes

Question 4

Afrin:
Duration of Action -
1. ___

Answer 4

Duration of Action -

1. Less than 12 hours

Question 5

Afrin:
Indication -
1. ___
2. ___

Answer 5

Indication -

1. Preparation for nasotracheal intubation
2. Control of epistaxis

Question 6

Afrin:
Contraindication -
1. ___

Answer 6

Contraindication -

1. Hypersensitivity to Afrin

Question 7

Afrin:
Use with Caution -
1. ___

Answer 7

Use with Caution -

1. Not recommended for children < 6 years old

Question 8

Afrin:
Dosage and Administration -
1. Adult: ___

Answer 8

Dosage and Administration -

1. Adult: 2 to 3 sprays in each nostril

Question 9

Afrin:
Adverse Reaction -
1. (List of 6)
2. ___ may occur if recommended dosage is exceeded.
3. Use of the dispenser by more then one patient may ___.

Answer 9

Adverse Reaction -

1. Headache, Drowsiness, Insomnia, Palpitations, Hypertension, Rebound nasal congestion or irritation.
2. Burning, Stinging or Sneezing may occur if recommended dosage is exceeded.
3. Use of the dispenser by more than one patient may spread infection.

Question 10

Afrin:
Dosage and Administration -
1. Pediatric: ___

Answer 10

Dosage and Administration -

1. Pediatric: > 6 years old: 2 to 3 sprays in each nostril; < 6 years old: none