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Benadryl Flashcards

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Benadryl - Class (2)

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  • antihistamine- H1 blocker
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Benadryl - Action (3)

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  • blocks histamine at H1 receptor sites, reversing histamine induced Bronchoconstriction, vasodilation, leaky cells- reverses EPS due to drugs- mild sedative
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Benadryl - Indications (3)

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  • allergic Rx- in anaphylaxis, given after epi because epi acts quicker to vasoconstrict/bronchodilate- acute EPS
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Benadryl - Contraindications (2)

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  • Hypersensitivity- Lower respiratory diseases such as acute asthma
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Benadryl - Side Effects (4)

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  • Sedation- dry mouth- thickening of bronchial secretions- hypotension (rare)
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Benadryl - Precautions (1)

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  • exacerbates ETOH/CNS depressant effects
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