Diphenhydramine Flashcards
1
Q
Diphenhydramine Trade Name?
A
Benadryl
2
Q
Diphenhydramine Indications?
A
- Allergy/Anaphylaxis
- Dystonia
3
Q
Diphenhydramine Contraindications?
A
None in an emergency setting
4
Q
Diphenhydramine Adult Dose?
A
25-50 mg
*statpearls
5
Q
Diphenhydramine Pediatric Dose?
A
2 to 11 years: 1-2mg/kg PO/IM/IV
*statpearls
6
Q
Diphenhydramine Max Dose Adult/Pediatric?
A
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
