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Diphenhydramine (Benadryl) Flashcards

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Actions

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Opposes the action of histamine

Dries mucous membranes

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Class

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Antihistamine

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Indications

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Allergic reaction

Anaphylactic shock

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Contraindications

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Nursing mothers

Pregnancy

Acute asthma

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Dosage

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50mg/ml

Adult: Allergic - 25-50mg IV push, may repeat up to 100mg

Peds: Allergic - 1-2mg/kg IV push over 5 min. Max of 50mg

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Side effects

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Drowsiness

Hypotension

Dry mouth

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Considerations

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Incompatible with barbiturates

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