Entonox Flashcards
1
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Introduction to the drug
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- Fast acting analgesic. 50% Nitrous Oxide, 50% Oxygen
- Used for moderate to severe pain
2
Q
Presentation of the drug
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- Stored in a compressed cylinder with a blue body and white neck
3
Q
Why you would prescribe the drug
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- Moderate to severe pain
- Labour Pains
4
Q
Typical dose
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- PRN
5
Q
Pharmacodynamics
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- Nitrous oxide depresses the CNS causing anaesthesia
- Activates the noradrenergic neurons, influencing nicorecptors
6
Q
Pharmacokinetics
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- Inhalation
- Widely distributed
- Not metabolised
- Respiratory elimination
7
Q
Side effects
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- Minimal side effects
