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Fentanyl Citrate (Sublimaze) Flashcards

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Classification

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Narcotic analgesic

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Mechanism of Action

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  • Binds to opiate receptors producing analgesia & euphoria
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Indications

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  • Severe pain
  • Adjunct to rapid-sequence induction/sedation
  • Maintenance of analgesia
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Contraindications

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  • Known sensitivity
  • Use with caution in traumatic brain injury or respiratory depression
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Adverse Effects

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  • Respiratory depression, apnea
  • Hypo/hypertension
  • Nausea, vomiting, dizziness
  • Sedation, euphoria
  • Sinus brady/tachy, palpitations
  • Diaphoresis, syncope
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Administration

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  • Adult: 25-100 mcg/dose IM/IN or slow IV/IO
  • Pediatrics: 1-2 mcg/kg IM or slow IV/IO
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