atropine sulfate Flashcards
1
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class
A
parasympatholytic
2
Q
description
A
anticholinergic agent
3
Q
mechanism of action
A
increases heart rate and improves AV conduction
4
Q
onset
A
rapid
5
Q
half life
A
< 1 hr
6
Q
duration
A
2-6 hr
7
Q
indications
A
bradycardia
8
Q
contraindications
A
tachycardia
myocardial ischemia
9
Q
side effects
A
tachycardia
paradoxical bradycardia when pushed slowly
10
Q
drug interactions
A
other anticholinergics
11
Q
supplied
A
prefilled syringes: 1 mg in 10 ml of solution
12
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dose/ administration
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IV: 0.5-1.0 mg may be repeated at 5 min intervals
