fentanyl citrate Flashcards
1
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name ( trade)
A
sublimaze
2
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class
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opioid analgesic
3
Q
description
A
synthetic, potent
opiod agaonist analgesic
schedule 2 controlled substance
4
Q
mechanism of action
A
fentanyl is 50 -100 times more potent than morphine
MU receptor agonist; appears to prevent the release of beta-endorphin, possibly by altering the pt perceived level of pain and anxiety
5
Q
onset
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IV: less than 1 min
6
Q
duration
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30-60 min
7
Q
indications
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analgesia
sedation
8
Q
contraindications
A
head injury
9
Q
adverse reactions (side effects)
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sedation, nausea, respiratory depression, hypotension
10
Q
drug interactions
A
other CNS depressants
11
Q
supplied
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50 mcg/ml in vials and prefilled syringes
12
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dose/administration
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IV: 1-10 mcg/ kg
standard: 50-150 mcg
13
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special considerations
A
antidote: narcan
