Droperidol Flashcards
1
Q
MOA
A
dopamine antagonist
- antipsychotic medication with sedative effects
2
Q
Indications
A
moderate agitation
3
Q
precautions
A
- e/f
- Parkinson’s disease (worsening of symptoms)
- lewy body dementia (increase agitation)
- QT prolongation
4
Q
adverse effects
A
- dizzy
- hypotension
- tachycardia
- QT prolongation
- extrapyramidal symptoms
5
Q
presentation
A
10 mg / 2 ml
6
Q
route
A
IM, IV
7
Q
onset
A
3- 10 minutes
