Diphenhydramine hydrochloride Flashcards
1
Q
List the indications for diphenhydramine?
A
- Allergic reaction
- Anaphylaxis
- Antiemetic
- Prevention/relief of extrapyramidal reaction or agitation due to metoclopramide or Haldol
2
Q
Dose - diphenhydramine (adult/ped)
A
Adult: 1mg/kg PO/IM/SIVP/IO to a single max dose of 50mg. Do not repeat
3
Q
List the contraindications for diphenhydramine.
A
- Hypersensitivity
- Acute asthma attack