FENTANYL (Sublimaze) Flashcards
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Fentanyl (Sublimaze)
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Name/Class: FENTANYL (Sublimaze)/Narcotic Analgesic
Description: Fentanyl is a potent synthetic narcotic analgesic similar to morphine and meperidine but with a more rapid and less-prolonged action.
Indications: Induce sedation for endotracheal intubation, severe pain
Contraindications: MAO inhibitors within 14 days, myasthenia gravis.
Precautions: Increased intracranial pressure, elderly, debilitated, COPD, respiratory problems, hepatic and renal insufficiency.
Dosage/Route: 1-2mcg/kg slowly IV (2 to 3 min) Max of 200mcg
Pedi: 2 mcg/kg slow IV/IM.
