Atropine Sulfate

Question 1

Atropine Sulfate - Classification

Answer 1

Anticholinergic (inhibits parasympathetic)

Question 2

Atropine Sulfate - Pregnancy Category

Answer 2

C

Question 3

Atropine Sulfate - Indications (1)

Answer 3

Symptomatic Bradycardia

Question 4

Atropine Sulfate - Contraindications (4)

Answer 4

Tachycardia, hypersensitivity, unstable cardiovascular status in acute hemorrhage and myocardial ischemia

Question 5

Atropine Sulfate - MoA

Answer 5

Inhibits the actions of acetylcholine at post-ganglionic parasympathetic neuroeffector sites. These blocked vagal effects result in positive chronotropy and dromotropy without increased inotropy. Used to treat primarily bradycardias and organophosphate poisonings

Question 6

Atropine Sulfate - Pharmacokinetics

Answer 6

Onset- 1-2mins, Peak- 5min, Duration- 30-45mins

Question 7

Atropine Sulfate - Reactions (7)

Answer 7

Tachycardia, paradoxical bradycardia when pushed slowly or less than 0.5 mg, dysrhythmias, palpitations, anticholinergic effects, dizziness, headache

Question 8

Atropine Sulfate - Dosage

Answer 8

Adult: Brady: 0.5mg IVP q 3-5 mins; max dose of 3.0mg or 0.04mg/kg
Peds: 0.02 mg/kg IVP minimum dose of 0.1 mg. Max dose of 0.5mg for child and 1.0mg for a adolescent