Diphenhydramine Flashcards

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Diphenhydramine Trade Name?

A

Benadryl

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Diphenhydramine Indications?

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  • Allergy/Anaphylaxis
  • Dystonia
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Diphenhydramine Contraindications?

A

None in an emergency setting

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Diphenhydramine Adult Dose?

A

25-50 mg
*statpearls

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Diphenhydramine Pediatric Dose?

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2 to 11 years: 1-2mg/kg PO/IM/IV
*statpearls

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Diphenhydramine Max Dose Adult/Pediatric?

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Adult: 400mg/day (IV/IO) 300mg/day (PO)
Ped: 2 to 5 years: max 37.5 mg/day
6 to 11 years: max 150 mg/day
12 years and older: use adult dosing

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