Lorazepam Flashcards
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Lorazapam (ativan) dose
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Loading dose: 1-2mg IV bolus. May repeat in 10 min.
Infusion: 0.02-0.1 mg/kg/hr.
Peds: 0.1 mg/kg IV bolus
2
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Brand name
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Ativan
3
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Class
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Benzodiazepine, anti-anxiety, sedative/hypnotic
4
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Supplied
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2 mg / 2ml (1 mg/ml)
5
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Adult dose
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Loading dose: 1-2 mg IV bolus; may be repeated in 10 minutes.
Infusion: 0.02-0.1 mg/kg/hr
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Pediatric Dose
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0.1 mg/kg
7
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Action
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Appears to potentiate GABA, sedation, anxiolytic
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Indication
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Anxiety disorders, ETOH withdrawl, Sedation, Seizures
9
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Contraindications
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Hypersensitivity to benzodiazepines or to any components of the formulation, Acute narrow angle glaucoma.
10
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Considerations
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Hypersensitivity, Shock, Coma, Acute ETOH intoxication.
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Side Effects
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Drowsiness, Sleepiness
