Atropine Sulfate Flashcards
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Brand Name of Atropine Sulfate
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Atropine Sulfate
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Drug Class of Atropine Sulfate
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Anticholinergic
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Indications for Atropine Sulfate
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Severe bradycardia Organophosphate poisoning Nerve agent exposure RSI in pediatrics Beta Blocker Calcium Channel Blocker overdose
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Action of Atropine Sulfate
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Inhibits Action of acetylcholine at postganglionic parasympathetic neuroeffector site
Sympathetic control increases heart rate
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Contraindications for Atropine Sulfate
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Tachycardia
Hypothermic bradycardia
Unstable cardiovascular status with bleeding and myocardial ischemia
Narrow angle glaucoma
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Adverse effects of Atropine Sulfate
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Drowsiness Confusion Headache Tachycardia palpitations Nausea Vomiting Pupil dilation Dry mouth blurred vision Flushed dry hot skin Paradoxical Bradycardia when given at low doses
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Precautions for Atropine Sulfate
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Effects are enhanced by antihistamines Procainamide Quinidine Antipsychotics Benzodiazepines Antidepressants
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Dose of Atropine Sulfate
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Adult: bradycardia 0.5 mg IV every 3-5 minutes as needed not to exceed total of 0.04 mg/kg (max 3mg total)
Pedi: bradycardia 0.02 mg/kg IV/IO (minimum dose of 0.1 mg)
