Hydroxocobalamin Flashcards
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Indication for Hydroxocobalamin
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Known or suspected cyanide poisoning
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Dosages for Hydroxocobalamin
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Cyanide Poisoning (with cardiac arrest or seizure):
Adult: 5g SIVP/IO (consult OLMC for repeat dose)
Pediatric: 70 mg/kg IV/IO to a single max of 5g
Cyanide Poisoning (all other patients):
Adult/Pediatric: 5g over 15 minutes. Another 5g may be infused over 15-120 min if clinical response not improved. Total max 10g.
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Contraindications for Hydroxocobalamin
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Hypersensitivity to hydroxocobalamin, cobalt, or excipient.
