Droperidol Flashcards
1
Q
how does it come
A
10mg in 2ml
2
Q
contraindications
A
- hypersensitivity
- known Parkinsons Disease
- post ketamine
- postictal & disturbed abnormal behaviour
3
Q
indications
A
disturbed and abnormal behaviour (RASS 1-3) where risk to safety is evident and de-escalation ineffective
4
Q
route
A
IM or IV
5
Q
IM Dose
A
5-10mg (1-2ml)
6
Q
IV dose
A
2.5-5mg (0.5-1 ml)
7
Q
Repeat
A
after 15 minutes
8
Q
max dosage
A
20mg in 24 hours
