Induction Agents Flashcards
What is the drug class of diprivan (propofol)?
isopropylphenol
What is the mg/cc for proprofol?
10 mg/cc
What is the dosing for propofol?
1-2.5 mg/kg for induction
What is the onset, peak, and duration of propofol?
Onset: 15- 30 seconds
Peak: 1 minute
Duration: 5-10 minutes
What is the drug class of etomidate (amidate)?
Carboxylate imidazole
What is the mg/cc for etomidate?
2mg/cc
What is the dose for etomidate?
0.2-0.4 mg/kg
What is the onset, peak, and duration of etomidate?
Onset: 15-30 seconds
Peak 1 minute
Duration 3-10 minutes
What is the drug class of brevital (methohexital)?
Barbiturate
What is the mg/cc for brevital (methohexital)?
10 mg/cc
What is the dose for brevital (methohexital)?
1-2 mg/kg
What is the onset, peak, and duration of methohexital?
Onset: 20-40 seconds
Peak: 45 seconds
Duration: 5-10 minutes
What is the drug class of ketamine?
Phencyclidine derivative
What is the mg/cc for ketamine?
10, 50, or 100 mg/ml
What is the dosing for ketamine?
0.2 mg/kg (analgesic) to
1-2 mg/kg (induction)
