Diphenhydramine Flashcards
1
Q
Diphenhydramine Brand Name
A
Benadryl
2
Q
Diphenhydramine Class
A
Antihistamine
3
Q
Diphenhydramine Action
A
Blocks histamine receptors; has some sedative effects; anticholinergic
4
Q
Diphenhydramine Adult Dose
A
Allergic Reactions: 50 mg IM/IV/PO/IO
Overdose/Poisoning: 50 mg IM/IV/IO
5
Q
Diphenhydramine Pediatric Dose
A
Allergic Reaction: 1 mg/kg IV/IM/IO max 50 mg
Overdose/Poisoning: 1 mg/kg IV/IM/IO max 50 mg
6
Q
Diphenhydramine Indications
A
Allergic Reactions
7
Q
Diphenhydramine Contraindications
A
Hypersensitivity
8
Q
Diphenhydramine Adverse Reactions
A
Sedation. Palpitations. Decreased Blood Pressure.
9
Q
Diphenhydramine Onset/Duration
A
Onset: 15 - 30 minutes
Duration: 4 - 6 hours
