Amyl Nitrite Flashcards

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Amyl Nitrite Class

A

Cyanide Antidote

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Amyl Nitrite Action

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vasodilator, forms cyanomethemoglobin, enzematically degrades

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Amyl Nitrite Indication

A

Cyanide Poisoning

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Amyl Nitrite Contraindication

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N/A in EMS

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Amyl Nitrite Side Effects

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hypotension, headache, dizzy, weakness, flushing, tachycardia

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Amyl Nitrite Other

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Can worsen hypoxia in CO poisoning

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