Droperidol Flashcards
1
Q
What drug classification does Droperidol fall under?
A
Antipsychotic
2
Q
What drug schedule is Droperidol classified under?
A
S4 (Restricted Drugs)
3
Q
What are the side effects of Droperidol?
A
Dystonic reactions (although rare) e.g. slurred speech, anxiety, paranoia
4
Q
When is Droperidol indicated for administration?
A
Acute behavioural disturbance
5
Q
What are the contraindications for administering Droperidol?
A
- Known severe allergic reaction
- Parkinson’s disease
- Previous dystonic reaction to Droperdiol
- Patients < 14 years old
6
Q
What are the precautions for Droperidol?
A
- Patients on CNS depressants
- Patients with cardiac disease
- Elderly patients
7
Q
What is the onset time for Droperidol administered via IV or IM?
A
5 - 15 minutes (there is no significant difference in onset time comparing IM or IV routes of administration)
8
Q
What is the duration for Droperidol?
A
4 - 6 hours
9
Q
What is the common trade name for Droperidol?
A
DORM
