Benadryl / Anaphylaxis

Question 1

Benadryl is an …..helpful in treating symptoms during an allergic reaction

Answer 1

antihistamine

Question 2

The antihistamine prevents the….. responses of the body that result in signs and symptoms such as rhinitis, watery eyes, itching, rashes, swelling, wheezing, etc.

Answer 2

histamine

Question 3

Benadryl also has an ….. effect on the body which helps during an allergic reaction and is the primary reason it is helpful in dystonia or EPS (affecting the dopaminergic-cholinergic balance in the brain).

Answer 3

anticholinergic (drying)

Question 4

Benadryl also has an anticholinergic (drying) effect on the body which helps during an allergic reaction and is the primary reason it is helpful in ….. or EPS (affecting the dopaminergic-cholinergic balance in the brain).

Answer 4

dystonia

Question 5

….. is a disorder characterized by involuntary muscle contractions that cause slow repetitive movements or abnormal postures.

Answer 5

Dystonia

Question 6

Additionally, Benadryl has a ….. effect on the body which is why it may be used in our protocols for the pediatric patient during behavioral emergencies.

Answer 6

sedative

Question 7

Benadryl is supplied in …..mg/1ml vials.

Answer 7

50

Question 8

Dosing of Benadryl under the UH Protocols is ….. IV/IO/IM for the adult patient.

Answer 8

25-50 mg

Question 9

Dosing of Benadryl under the UH Protocols is 25-50 mg….. for the adult patient

Answer 9

IV/IO/IM

Question 10

Benadryl

The pediatric dose is …..mg/kg

Answer 10

1

Question 11

The presence of….. in the patient should be considered when dosing Benadryl as their effects can be increased.

Answer 11

narcotics, alcohol, and sedatives

Question 12

The onset of Benadryl is usually about …..minutes if given an IV. The IV route is preferred in cases of dystonia and EPS.

Answer 12

10-15

Question 13

Due to drying secretions in the body, Benadryl can sometimes make an ….. worse.

Answer 13

asthma attack