Buprenorphrine Flashcards
1
Q
Mechanism of Action
A
o Partial agonist of mu receptor
o Antagonist at kappa receptor
2
Q
Indications
A
o Parenteral route
• Relief of moderate or severe pain
o Sublingual route
o Treatment for opioid withdrawal and dependence
3
Q
Contraindictions
A
o Respiratory depression
o Cardiac arrhythmias
4
Q
Pregnancy Category
A
C
5
Q
Schdule III
A
Schedule III
6
Q
Adverse Affects
A
o Respiratory depression (less than morphine)
o Prolonged QT interval with long term use of patch form
7
Q
Nursing Considerations
A
o Protect patch site from heat
o Monitor EKG
o May take 1 to 2 wks to become effective
8
Q
mixed agonist-antagonist opioid
A
narcotic analgesics developed for strong analgesia with fewer adverse effects
less respiratory depression
lower potential for dependence
used to treat moderate pain
do not work that well
