Atropine Flashcards
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Atropine: Class
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Muscarinic anticholinergic (parasympatholytic)
2
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Atropine: MOA
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Selectively blocks muscarinic receptors inhibiting parasympathetic stimulation
3
Q
Atropine: Indications
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bradycardia, antidote for organophosphate poisoning,
premedication for RSI
4
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Atropine: CI
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Allergic
5
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Atropine: Dose
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Bradycardia
.5 mg every 5 mins up to 3 mg
Organophosphate poison
2-5 mg every 5 until symptom relieved
6
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Atropine: Adverse effects
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Blurred vision, dry mouth, dilated pupils, confusion