Medications Flashcards
Oxygen Adult dosage
1-6LPM NC, 12-15LPM NRB/BVM
CPAP/Vent- Flow rate varies by 02 demand to meet cmH2O requirement
Venturi Mask- Flow rate varies by adaptor to meet specific O2 24-40%
Oxygen Pediatric dose
1-6LPM NC, 10-15LPM NRB/BVM
Oxygen Classification/Mechanism
Gas; Enters body va respiratory system, tansported to cells by hemoglobin, required for efficient breakdown of glucose into energy
Oxygen Pharmacokinetics
Onset: Immediate, Peak Effects: <1 min, Duration: <2mins,
Half Life: N/A
Oxygen Indications
Hypoxia, Difficulty Breathing, SpO2 < 94%
Oxygen Contraindications
ROSC post cardiac arrest with SpO2 >94%, Chest pain/Acute MI, suspected cellular injury/death with SpO2 >94%
Oxygen Side Effects
Free radical formation in presence of injured tissues, 2nd cell death
Oxygen Precautions
Avoid hyperoxia; high concentration to neonates can cause eye damage
Oxygen Drug-Drug Interactions
None
Albuterol Sulfate Adult Dosing
- 5mg nebulized at 8LPM O2 every 5 minutes for Asthma/COPD/RAD/Anaphylaxis
- 5mg nebulized at 8LPM O2 continuously up to max dose of 20mg for HyperKalemia
Albuterol Sulfate Pediatric Dosing
2.5mg nebulized at 8LPM O2 every 5 minutes for Asthma/COPD/RAD/Anaphylaxis
Not indicated for HyperKalemia
Albuterol Sulfate Classification/Machanism
Sympathomimetic/Sympathetic Agonist (Beta 2 Selective)
Beta 2 Agonist- promotes sympathetic stimulation of bronchial SMC, reducing interaction between actin/myosin causing SM relaxation causing bronchodilation
HyperKalemia- potentiates Na/K pump, promotes extracellular K uptake into cells
Albuterol Sulfate Pharmacokenetics
Onset: 5-15 mins, Peak Effects: 1-1.5 hrs, Duration: 3-6 hrs, Half Life: <3 hrs
Albuterol Sulfate Indications
Asthma/COPD/RAD, Allergic Reaction/Anaphylaxis, Moderate/Severe HyperKalemia
Albuterol Sulfate Contraindications
Symptomatic Tachycardia
Albuterol Sulfate Side Effects
Tachycardia, palpitations, chest pain, HTN, sweating, dizziness, headache, nervousness, anxiety, tremor, nausea/vomiting
Albuterol Sulfate Precautions
First 3 doses to be given concurrently with ipratropium bromide for Asthma/COPD
May worsen cardiac asthma/pulmonary edema and precipitate dysrhythmias
Moderate/severe HyperKalemia characterized by wide QRS complex on ECG
In some preparations, must be mixed with 2.5mL NS
Albuterol Sulfate Drug-Drug Interactions
Side effect may increase with other sympathetic agonist
Beta Blockers may blunt effects of this drug
Levalbuterol/Xopenex Adult Dosage
1.25mg nebulized with 8LPM O2 every 5 minutes for Asthma/COPD/RAD/Anaphylaxis
Levalbuterol/Xopenex Pediatric Dosage
0.31mg nebulized with 8LPM O2 every 5 minutes for Asthma/COPD/RAD/Anaphylaxis
Levalbuterol/Xopenex Classification/Mechanism
Sympathomimetic/Sympathetic Agonist
Beta 2 Selective Agonist- promotes sympathetic stimulation of bronchial SMC, inhibits interaction between actin/myosin relaxing SM causing bronchodilation
Levalbuterol/Xopenex Pharmacokinetics
Onset: 5-15 mins, Peak Effects: 1-1.5 hrs, Duration: 3-6 hrs Half Life: 3.3 hrs
Levalbuterol/Xopenex Indications
Asthma/COPD/RAD, Allergic Reaction/Anaphylaxis
Levalbuterol/Xopenex Contraindications
Symptomatic Tachycardia
Levalbuterol/Xopenex Side Effects
Palpitations, HTN, dizziness, headache, anxiety, nausea
Levalbuterol/Xopenex Precautions
First 3 doses with Albuterol concurrently, Caution with cardiac ischemia
Levalbuterol/Xopenex Drug-Drug Interactions
Side effects increase with other sympathetic agonists,
Beta Blockers may blunt effects
Ipratropium Bromide Adult Dosage
500mcg nebulized with 8LPM O2 every 5 minutes up to max total of 3 doses
Ipratropium Bromide Pediatric Dosage
500mcg nebulized with 8LPM O2 every 5 minutes up to max total of 3 doses
Ipratropium Bromide Classification/Mechanism
Anticholinergic/Parasympathomimetic
Muscarinic ACh Receptor Antagonist, inhibits parasympathetic stimulation of bronchial SMC, submucosal glans/goblet cells drying respiratory tract secretions and allows bronchodilation
Ipratropium Bromide Pharmacokinetics
Onset: Varies, Peak Effects: 1.5-2 hrs, Duration: 4-6 hrs,
Half Life: 1.5-2hrs
Ipratropium Bromide Indications
Asthma/COPD/RAD
Ipratropium Bromide Contraindications
None
Ipratropium Bromide Side Effects
Palpitations, dizziness, headache, anxiety, nervousness, rash, dry mouth, nausea/vomiting
Ipratropium Bromide Precautions
Administer concurrently with Albuterol x3 doses
Ipratropium Bromide Drug-Drug Interactions
None
Racemic Epinephrine Adult Dosage
None
Racemic Epinephrine Pediatric Dosage
5mg 1:1,000 in 2.5-3mg NS nebulized with 8LPM O2
0.5mL of 2.25% solution of Vaponephrine/Racepinephrine in 2mL NS nebulized 8LPM O2
Racemic Epinephrine Classification/Mechanism
Sympathomimetic
Alpha/Beta agonist (Slightly Beta 2 Selective), bronchodilation, decreased mucous membrane secretions, relieves subglottic edema
Racemic Epinephrine Pharmacokinetics
Onset: <5mins inhaled, Peak Effects: 5-15mins,
Duration: 1-3 hrs, Half Lift: N/A
Racemic Epinephrine Indications
Croup (Laryngotracheobronchitis) with stridor at rest
Racemic Epinephrine Contraindications
Doesn’t have stridor at rest
Racemic Epinephrine Side Effects
Tachycardia, HTN, dizziness, headache, anxiety, restlessness, nausea/vomiting
Racemic Epinephrine Precautions
Rebound effects following clearance of medication
Racemic Epinephrine Drug-Drug Interations
Additive effects with other sympathomimetics
Methylprednisolone/Solu-Medrol Adult Dosage
125mg slow IVP
Methylprednisolone/Solu-Medrol Pediatric Dosage
2mg/kg (max 125mg) slow IVP
Methylprednisolone/Solu-Medrol Classification/Mechanism
Corticosteroid/Anit-inflammatory
Diffuses across the cell membranes of various cells present in all tissues, binds to DNA, regulates gene expression and increases synthesis of proteins/enzymes that inhibit inflammatory agents; inhibits synthesis of pro-inflammatory enzymes
Methylprednisolone/Solu-Medrol Pharmacokinetics
Onset: 2-6 hrs, Peak Effects: 4-8 days, Duration: 1-5 Weeks Half Life: 3.5 hrs
Methylprednisolone/Solu-Medrol Indications
Allergic Reactions/Anaphylaxis, Asthma/COPD/RAD, Adrenal insufficiency
Methylprednisolone/Solu-Medrol Contraindications
None
Methylprednisolone/Solu-Medrol Side Effects
HTN, CHF, fluid retention, headache, vertigo, malaise, nausea, ABD distention, hiccups, psychosis
Methylprednisolone/Solu-Medrol Precautions
Give only one dose prehospitally, Prolong use can cause GI bleeding, prolong wound healing, suppressed adrenocortical steroids
Methylprednisolone/Solu-Medrol Drug-Drug Interactions
Decreased effects with phenytoin, phenobarbital, rifampin
Hydrocortisone/Solu-Cortef Adult Dosage
100mg slow IVP/IM
Hydrocortisone/Solu-Cortef Pediatric Dosage
2mg/kg (max 100mg) slow IVP/IM
Hydrocortisone/Solu-Cortef Classification/Mechanism
Corticosteroid/Anti-inflammatory
Diffuses across cell membranes of various cells present in all tissues, binds to DNA, regulates gene expression/increases synthesis of proteins/enzymes inhibiting inflammatory agents; inhibits synthesis of pro-inflammatory enzymes
Hydrocortisone/Solu-Cortef Pharmacokinetics
Onset: Immediate, Peak Effects: 4-8 hrs, Duration: 1-1.5 days Half Life: 90 mins
Hydrocortisone/Solu-Cortef Indications
Allergic Reaction/Anaphylaxis, Asthma/COPD/RAD, Adrenal Insufficiency
Hydrocortisone/Solu-Cortef Contraindications
None
Hydrocortisone/Solu-Cortef Side Effects
Fluid Retention, CHF, ABD distention, nausea, hiccups, HTN, headache, vertigo, malaise
Hydrocortisone/Solu-Cortef Precautions
Give only one dose prehospitally, Long term steroid use can cause GI bleeding, prolonged wound healing and suppressed adrenocortical steroids
Hydrocortisone/Solu-Cortef Drug-Drug Interactions
None
Dexamethasone/Decadron Adult Dose
10mg slow IVP for Asthma/COPD/RAD, Anaphylaxis, Adrenal Insufficiency
Dexamethasone/Decadron Pediatric Dose
- 6mg/kg (max 10mg) slow IVP for Asthma/COPD/RAD, Anaphylaxis, Adrenal Insufficiency
- 6mg (max 10mg) PO/IV/IO/IM for croup (PO preferred)
Dexamethasone/Decadron Classification/Mechanism
Corticosteroid/Anti-Inflammatory
Diffuses across cell membranes of various cells present in all tissues, binds to DNA, regulates gene expression, increases synthesis of proteins/enzymes tha inhibit inflammatory agents; inhibits synthesis of pro-inflammatory agents
Dexamethasone/Decadron Pharmacokinetics
Onset: < 1hr, Peak Effects: <1 hr, Duration: Varies, Half Life: 3-4 hrs
Dexamethasone/Decadron Indications
Allergic Reaction/Anaphylaxis, Asthma/COPD/RAD, Croup, Adrenal Insufficiency
Dexamethasone/Decadron Contraindications
None
Dexamethasone/Decadron Side Effects
Fluid retention, CHF, ABD distention, Nausea, hiccups, HTN, headache, vertigo, malaise psychosis
Dexamethasone/Decadron Precautions
Give only one dose prehospitally, long term use of steroids can cause GI bleeding, prolonged wound healing, suppression of adrenocortical steroids
Dexamethasone/Decadron Drug-Drug Interactions
None
Famotidine/Pepcid Adult Dosage
20mg slow IVP
Famotidine/Pepcid Pediatric Dosage
0.4mg/kg (max 20mg) slow IVP
Famotidine/Pepcid Classification/Mechanism
Antihistamine
H2 Receptor Antagonist, reduces gastric secretion of H+ ions from parietal cells of the stomach, inhibits VSMC relaxation and vasodilation, reduces capillary permeability caused by histamine release
Famotidine/Pepcid Pharmacokinetics
Onset: 30mins, Peak Effects: 0.5-3 hrs, Duration: 1012 hrs Half Life: 2-4hrs
Famotidine/Pepcid Indications
Allergic Reaction/Anaphylaxis
Famotidine/Pepcid Contraindications
None
Famotidine/Pepcid Side Effects
Dizziness, headache, diarrhea, constipation
Famotidine/Pepcid Precautions
Caution in pt with liver disease, stomach cancer and renal disease
Famotidine/Pepcid Drug-Drug Interactions
None
Diphenhydramine/Benadryl Adult Dosage
25-50mg IV/IO/IM/PO
Diphenhydramine/Benadryl Pediatric Dosage
1mg/kg (max 50mg) IV/IO/IM/PO
Diphenhydramine/Benadryl Classification/Mechanism
Antihistamine
Non-specific competitive H1/H2 antagonist- blocks histamine release, suppresses central cholinergic activity and inhibits reuptake/storage of dopamine, prolonged action of dopamine/reduction of bronchoconstriction, vasodilation and increased vascular permeability
Diphenhydramine/Benadryl Pharmacokenitics
Onset: 10-15mins IV, 15-30mins PO, 20-30mins IM
Peak Effects: 1-4hrs, Duration: 6-8hrs, Half Life: 1-4hrs
Diphenhydramine/Benadryl Indications
Allergic Reaction/Anaphylaxis, Dystonic Reaction/Akalthisia
Diphenhydramine/Benadryl Contrainidcation
None
Diphenhydramine/Benadryl Side Effects
Palpitations, hypotension, sedation, drowsiness, dizziness, headache, euphoria, fatigue, blurred vision
Diphenhydramine/Benadryl Precautions
Caution in pts with severe liver disease and acute asthma
Diphenhydramine/Benadryl Drug-Drug Interactions
Potentiates sedative effects with benzodiazepines, alcohol, MAOI’s and CNS depressants
Epinephrine Adult Dosage
Cardiac Arrest: 1mg 1:10,000 rapid IVP every 3-5mins
Asthma/Anaphylaxis: 0.3mg (1:1,000) IM every 5 mins, max 3 doses
Refractory Anaphylaxis: 2-10mcg/min IV/IO infusion
Bradycardia: 2-10mcg/min IV/IO infusion
Epinephrine Pediatric Dosage
Cardiac Arrest: 0.01mg/kg (max 1mg) rapid IVP 1:10,000 every 3-5mins
Asthma/Anaphylaxis: 0.01mg/kg (max 0.3mg) IM every 5 minutes, until S/S resolve
Refractory Anaphlyaxis: 0.1-2mcg/kg/min (max 10mcg/min) IV/IO infusion
Bradycardia: 0.01mg/kg (max 1mg) rapid IVP 1:10,000 every 3-5mins
Epinephrine Classification/Mechanism
Sympathomimetic/ Sympathetic Agonist/ Catecholamine
Alpha 1 Agonist: 2nd messenger release of Ca into VSMC causing peripheral vasoconstriction, increasing SVR, increasing BP
Beta 1 Agonist: increased intracellular Ca in cardiac cells, positive ino/chrono/dromotropy
Beta 2 Agonist: bronchial SM relaxation, bronchodilation
Blocks release of Ca in and subsequent destruction of MAST cells
Epinephrine Pharmacokinetics
Onset: <2mins IV, 3-10min IM, Peak: <5min IV, 20mins IM
Duration: 5-10mins IV, 20-30mins IM, Half Life: 5mins IV
Epinephrine Indications
Cardiac Arrest, Anaphylaxis/Allergic Reaction/Refractory Anaphylaxis, Severe RAD/Asthma, Symptomatic Bradycardia/Hypotension
Epinephrine Contraindications
Tachydysrhythmias
Epinephrine Side Effects
Dysrhythmias, dizziness, anxiety, tremulousness, headache, nausea/vomiting
Epinephrine Precautions
Leads to increased myocardial oxygen demand; after 3 doses of 1:1,000 for anaphylaxis, consider refractory anaphylaxis, administer infusion
Epinephrine Drug-drug Interactions
pH dependent, deactivated by alkaline solutions; affects intensified with pt taking antidepressants; reacts with CaCl and NaHCO3 to form precipitate in IV tubing, flush line
Magnesium Sulfate Adult Dosage
Asthma: 2g in 100mL NS infusion over 10 mins
Cardiac Arrest: 25-50mg/kg (max 2g) over 1-2mins
Torsades: 1-2g in 50-100mL NS over 5mins
Eclampsia: 4g in 100mL NS infusion over 10mins, 1g/hr maintenance infusion
Magnesium Sulfate Pediatric Dosage
Asthma: 25-50mg/kg (max 2g) infusion over 15-30mins
Cardiac Arrest: 25-50mg/kg (max 2g) infusion over 1-2mins
Torsades: 25-50mg/kg (max 2g) over 10-20mins
Eclampsia: None
Magnesium Sulfate Classification/Mechanism
Electrolyte/ Antidysrhythmic
Ca Channel Blocker: inhibits Ca entry and subsequent interaction between actin/myosin in SMC, SM relaxation, bronchodilation
Ca Channel Blocker: negative ino/chrono/dromotropy
Magnesium Sulfate Pharmacokinetics
Onset: Immediate, Peak Effects: Varies, Duration: 1hr,
Half Life: N/A
Magnesium Sulfate Indications
Severe Asthma/Bronchospasm, Severe Refractory VF or pulseless V-Tach with HypoMagnesium, Torsades, Eclampsia
Magnesium Sulfate Contraindications
3 Degree Heart Block, Hypotension
Magnesium Sulfate Side Effects
Bradycardia, dysrhythmias, hypotension, respiratory depression, drowsiness, sweating, flushing, itching, rash
Magnesium Sulfate Precautions
Caution with impaired renal function; Watch for respiratory depression
Magnesium Sulfate Drug-drug Interactions
Cardiac conduction abnormalities with digitalis
Adenosine Adult Dosage
1st dose: 6mg rapid IVP, followed by 20mL NS flush in proximal vein
2nd Dose: 12mg rapid IVP, followed by rapid 20mL NS flush
Adenosine Pediatric Dosage
1st dose: 0.1mg/kg (max 6mg) rapid IVP followed by rapid NS flush in proximal vein
2nd dose: 0.2mg/kg (max 12mg) rapid IVP followed by rapid NS flush
Adenosine Classification/Mechanism
Antidysrhythmic/ Nucleoside
Adenosine A1 Receptor Agonist- slows AV conduction by activation of G-Protein 2nd messenger, decreasing cAMP and inhibiting Ca entry into cardiac pacemaker cell
Adenosine Pharmacokinetics
Onset: Immediate, Peak Effects: Immediate, Duration:30-45secs, Half Life: 6sec
Adenosine Indications
Stable Narrow Complex Tach (SVT), Stable Wide Complex Tachycardia (regular, monomorphic)
Adenosine Contraindications
WPW
Adenosine Side Effects
Facial Flushing, headache, chest pain, dizziness, sense of pending doom
Adenosine Precautions
Being printing rhythm before administration
Adenosine Drug-Drug Interactions
Methylxanthines (caffeine) non-specific competitive antagonist for adenosine receptors- double dose if pt taking large amounts
Atropine Adult Dosage
Bradycardia: 0.5mg IVP every 3-5mins up to 3mg
RSI: 0.5-1mg IVP
Organophosphate: 2-5mg IV/IO/IM, double dose every 5mins until S/S resolve or out of atropine
Atropine Pediatric Dose
Bradycardia: 0.02mg/kg (max 0.5mg) IVP, min. dose 0.1mg
RSI: 0.02mg/kg (max 1mg) IVP, min. dose 0.1mg
Organophosphate: 0.05mg/kg (max 5mg) IV/IO/IM every 5mins until S/S resolve
Atropine Classification/Mechanism
Anticholinergic/Parasympathomimetic
Muscarinic ACh-Receptor antagonist- inhibits parasympathetic stimulation in SA+AV Nodal cells, prevents K efflux and hyperpolarization causing positive chronotropy, no inotropic effect
Atropine Pharmacokinetics
Onset: Immediate, Peak Effects: 2-4mins,
Durations: 4hrs, Half Life: 2-3hrs
Atropine Indications
Symptomatic Bradycardia, Premed for RSI with bradycardia <50bpm, Organophosphate poisoning
Atropine Contraindications
None
Atropine Side Effects
Tachycardia, dilated pupils, blurred vision, drowsiness, confusion, dry mouth
Atropine Precautions
Minimum dose 0.1mg for pediatrics and 0.5mg for adults as less can cause paradoxical effects; May cause paradoxical slowing/ineffective for 2 Type II and 3 Degree heart blocks; Caution with AMI
Atropine Drug-Drug Interaction
None
Diltiazem/Cardizem Adult Dosage
1st dose: 0.25mg/kg (max 20mg) slow IVP over 2mins
2nd dose: 0.35mg/kg (max 20mg) slow IVP over 2mins
5-15mg/hr IV/IO infusion
Diltiazem/Cardizem Pediatric Dosage
None
Diltiazem/Cardizem Classification/Mechanism
Ca Channel Blocker
SMC Ca Blocker: inhibits Ca entry and subsequent interaction between actin/myosin in SMC, SM relaxation, vasodilation
Cardiac: Ca Channel Blocker- Negative ino/chron/dromotropy
Diltiazem/Cardizem Pharmacokinetics
Onset: 3mins, Peak Effects: 7mins, Duration: 1-3hrs,
Half Life: 2hrs
Diltiazem/Cardizem Indications
Stable Narrow Complex Tachycardia (A-Fib/A-Flutter), Stable SVT Refractory to Adenosine
Diltiazem/Cardizem Contraindications
Hypotension, Decompensated cardiogenic shock, V-Tach, WPW
Diltiazem/Cardizem Side Effects
Bradycardia, hypotension, heart block, dizziness, headache, nausea/vomiting
Diltiazem/Cardizem Precautions
Discard one month after refridgeration
Diltiazem/Cardizem Drug-Drug Interactions
Increased risk of bradycardia if pt receiving IV Beta Blockers
Metoprolol Adult Dosage
5mg slow IVP, max 15mg
Metoprolol Pediatric Dosage
None
Metoprolol Classification/Mechanism
Beta Blocker
Beta 1 antagonist- inhibits extracellular Ca entry and Ca release from the sarcoplasmic reticulum in cardiac cells, negative ino/chrono/dromotropy
Metoprolol Indications
Stable Narrow Complex Tachycardia (A-Fib/A-Flutter), Stable SVT Refractory to Adenosine
Metoprolol Contraindications
Hypotension, Decompensated Cardiogenic shock, Cocaine use
Metoprolol Side Effects
Bradycardia, hypotension, lethargy, dyspnea, wheezing, dizziness
Metoprolol Precautions
May exacerbate Asthma/COPD/bronchospasms/CHF
Metoprolol Drug-Drug Interaction
Profound bradycardia if pt getting IV Ca Channel Blocker; additive effects with digioxin
Nitroglycerin Adult Dosage
1-2” topical paste; 0.4mg SL tablet/spray every 3-5mins until effect achieved or BP drops (3x doses in 25mins)
Nitroglycerin Pediatric Dosage
None
Nitroglycerine Classification/Mechanism
Vasodilator/Nitrate
A pro-drug which must be de-nitrated to form the active metabolite nitric oxide. Activates conversion GTP to cGMP+2Pi in VSMC. cGMP creates cascade reactions causing reduction in intracellular Ca, VSMC relaxation and decreases cardiac preload/afterload
Nitroglycerine Pharmacokinetics
Onset: 1-3mins SL, 30 mins topical Peak Effects: 15-30mins SL, Varies topical. Duration: 20-30mins SL, 3-6hrs topical. Half: 1-4mins
Nitroglycerine Indications
Chest pain associated with angina/MI, Acute Pulmonary Edema/CHF
Nitroglycerine Contraindications
Shock/hypotension, Increases ICP, <12 yo, ED medications in last 48hrs, Inferior Wall MI
Nitroglycerine Side Effects
Hypotension, tachycardia, weakness, dizziness, headache, nausea/vomiting, rash, dry mouth
Nitroglycerine Precautions
Expect headache from cerebral vasodilation,; Routine use may cause tolerance; 12-Lead ECG prior to administration; Does not improve morbidity or mortality, only for pain; Extreme caution with inferior wall MI
Nitroglycerine Drug-Drug Interactions
Orthostatic hypotension with Beta Blockers, severe hypotension with alcohol
Aspirin Adult Dose
324mg PO (81mg Baby ASA)
Aspirin Pediatric Dose
None
Aspirin Classification/Mechanism
Platelet Aggregation Inhibitor/Anti-inflammatory/Salicylate
Inhibits platelet aggregation by blocking formation of Thromboxane A2 (which is responsible for platelet aggregation and atrial constriction); COX inhibitor- inhibits prostaglandin synthesis and reduce spread of inflammation
Aspirin Pharmacokinetics
Onset: 5-30mins. Peak: 15-120mins. Duration: 1-4hrs. Half Life: 15-20mins
Aspirin Indications
Chest pain suggestive of AMI/ACS
Aspirin Contraindications
Active GI Bleeding
Aspirin Side Effects
GI Bleeding, prolongs bleeding, heartburn, nausea/vomiting, wheezing
Aspirin Precautions
Pt takes ASA daily, may supplement dose if taken within 24 hours, GI upset
Aspirin Drug-Drug Interactions
Enhanced side effects with other anti-inflammatory agents; Decreased absorption with concurrent antacids
Calcium Gluconate Adult Dosage
2g slow IVP over 5mins
Calcium Gluconate Pediatric Dosage
60mg/kg (max 2g) slow IVP over 5mins
Calcium Gluconate Classification/Mechanism
Mineral/Electrolyte
HyperK: raises the action potential threshold for cardiac contracting cells to compensate for elevated resting potential and hyper-excitability- reduces likelyhood of dysrhythmia
Ca Channel Blocker OD- replacement of elemental Ca, disassociates rapid to Ca and Gluconate, releases extracellular Ca concentration to overcome Ca channel blockade, positive ino/chronotropy and peripheral vasoconstriction
Calcium Gluconate Pharmacokinetics
Onset: Immediate. Peak: Unknown Duration: Varies Half Life: N/A
Calcium Gluconate Indications
Moderate/Severe HyperKalemia, Ca Channel Blocker toxicity, ABD spasms, Cardiac Arrest
Calcium Gluconate Contraindications
Hypercalcemia, Pt taking digoxin
Calcium Gluconate Side Effects
Bradycardia, dysrhythmias, syncope, nausea/vomiting, cardiac arrest
Calcium Gluconate Precautions
Can cause necrosis at injection site, patent IV; Moderate/severe HyperKalemia characterized by wide QRS
Calcium Gluconate Drug-Drug Interaction
Forms precipitate with NaHCO3, flush the line between administration; Digitalis toxicity when administered with pt taking digitalis/dixogin inhibiting Ca Channels causing stone heart
Calcium Chloride Adult Dosage
1g slow IVP over 5mins
Calcium Chloride Pediatric Dosage
20mg/kg (max 1g) slow IVP over 5mins
Calcium Chloride Classification/Mechanism
Mineral/Electrolyte
HyperKalemia- raises action potential threshold in cardiac contracting cells to compensate for elevated resting potential and hyperexcitability reduces likelyhood of dysrhythmia
Ca Channel Blocker OD- replacement of elemental Ca, disassociates rapidly to Ca and Cl ions, increases extracellular Ca concentration to overcome Ca Channel Blockade, positive ino/chronotropy and increases vasoconstriction
Calcium Chloride Pharmacokinetics
Onset: Immediate. Peak: Unknown. Duration: Varies. Half Life: N/A
Calcium Chloride Indications
Moderate/Sever HyperKalemia (crush, dialysis and rhabdo), Ca Channel Blocker toxicity, ABD spasms from Man of War jellyfish and brown recluse spider, Cardiac Arrest (suspected HyperKalemia)
Calcium Chloride Contraindications
Hypercalcemia, Pt taking digoxin
Calcium Chloride Side Effects
Bradycardia, dysrhythmias, syncopy, nausea/vomiting, cardiac arrest
Sodium Bicarbonate Adult Dosage
2mEq/kg initial IVP
Sodium Bicarbonate Pediatric Dosage
2mEq/kg initial IVP
Sodium Bicarbonate Classification/Mechanism
Alkalizing Agent/Electrolyte
Metabolic Acidosis-alkaline electrolyte that buffers extra H+ ions
Na Channel Blocker OD- Replacement of elemental of Ana, disassociates rapidly to Na+HCO3 ions, increases extracellular Na concentration to overcome Na Channel Blockade, increases rate of depolarization of pacemaker/non-pacemaker cells to return sinus pacing
Sodium Bicarbonate Pharmacokinetics
Onset: Immediate, Peak: <15mins, Duration: 1-2hrs, Half Life: N/A
Sodium Bicarbonate Indications
Na Channel Blocker OD (TCA, Cocaine, Benadryl) ASA OD, cardiac arrest with known/suspected HyperKalemia, Crush Syndrome, prior to intubation of suspected DKA
Sodium Bicarbonate Concentration
Respiratory Acidosis
Sodium Bicarbonate Side Effects
None
Sodium Bicarbonate Precautions
Metabolic alkalosis in large dosage
Sodium Bicarbonate Drug-Drug Interactions
Deactivates catecholamine and vasopressors; Preforms precipitate in CaCl2 in IV tubing
Amiodarone HCl/Cordarone Adult Dosage
Cardiac Arrest: 300mg IVP, repeat 150mg in 3-5mins
WTC: 150mg IVP over 10mins, repeat in 10mins
WCT Maintenance: 1mg/min 1st 6hrs, 0.5mg/min for 18hrs
Amiodarone HCl/Cordarone Pediatric Dosage
Cardiac Arrest: 5mg/kg (max 300mg) IVP, max total of 15mg/kg
WCT: 5mg/kg (max 300mg) IVP over 20-60mins, repeat once
WCT Maintenance: Not recommended
Amiodarone HCl/Cordarone Classification/Mechanism
Antidysrhythmic
Class III Antiarrhythmic/K Channel Blocker- Prolongs Phase 3 depolarization + refractory period of non-pacemaker action potential
Class IA Antiarrhythmic/Na Channel Blocker- Decreases amplitude of Phase 0 depolarization of non-pacemaker action potential
Class II Antiarrhythmic/Beta Blocker- Negative Ino/chronotropy/dromotropy
Class IV Antiarrhythmic/Ca Channel Blocker- negative ino/chronotropy/dromotropy
Amiodarone HCl/Cordarone Pharmacokinetics
Onset: Immediate, Peak Effects: 30-45mins, Duration: Varies, Half Life: 40-50 days
Amiodarone HCl/Cordarone Indication
Cardiac Arrest (V-fib, Pulseless V-Tach) and Stable WCT
Amiodarone HCl/Cordarone Contraindications
None
Amiodarone HCl/Cordarone Side Effects
Hypotension, Bradycardia, dyspnea, cough, dizziness, prolonged PR QRS and QT interval
Amiodarone HCl/Cordarone Precautions
Caution with pt with heart failure
Amiodarone HCl/Cordarone Drug-Drug Interactions
Reduces renal/non-renal clearance of digoxin. Enhances anticoagulantion
Lidocaine/Xylocaine Adult Dosage
Cardiac Arrest: 1st dose- 1-1.5mg IVP, 2nd- 0.5-0.75mg/kg IVP, repeat 5-10mins up to three doses, max 3mg/kg
WCT: 0.5mg-1.5mg/kg IVP
WCT Maintenance: 1-4mg/min
Anesthetic: 0.5mg/kg (max dose 40mg)
Lidocaine/Xylocaine Pediatric Dosage
Cardiac Arrest: 1mg/kg IVP repeat after 15min PRN
WCT: 1mg/kg IVP, repeat in 15mins PRN
WCT Maintenance: 20-50mcg/kg/min
Anesthetic: 0.5mg/kg (max 40mg)
Lidocaine/Xylocaine Classification/Mechanism
Antidsyrhythmic
Class 1B Antiarrhythmic/Na Channel Blocker- Decreases slope/amplitude of Phase 0 depolarization of non-pacemaker action potential
Lidocaine/Xylocaine Pharmacokinetics
Onset: <3mins, Peak: 5-7mins, Duration: 10-20mins, Half Life: 1.5-2hrs
Lidocaine/Xylocaine Indicatiosn
Cardiac Arrest (V-Fib and pulseless V-Tach), Stable V-Tach, Anesthetic for IO
Lidocaine/Xylocaine Contraindication
None
Lidocaine/Xylocaine Side Effects
Bradycardia, heart block, hypotension, seizures, drowsiness, confusion, nausea/vomiting, sweating, flushing, itching, rash
Lidocaine/Xylocaine Precautions
Pt 70+ years or known hepatic failure- reduce maintenance dose by half
Lidocaine/Xylocaine Drug-Drug Interactions
Potentiates procainamide, phenytoin, quinidine and Beta Blockers
Procainamide Adult Dosage
Cardiac Arrest: 20mg/min IV/IO infusion, max total of 17mg/kg
WCT: 20-50mg/min IV/IO infusion, DC when precautions observed
WCT Maintenance- 1-4mg/min
Procainamide Pediatric Dosage
Cardiac Arrest: 15mg/kg IV/IO infusion over 30-60mins
WCT: 15mg/kg IV/IO infusion over 30-60mins
WCT Maintenance: Not recommended
Procainamide Classification/Mechanism
Antiarrhythmic
Class 1A Antiarrhythmic/Moderate Na Channel Blocker- decreases the slope and amplitude of Phase 0 depolarization of non-pacemaker action potential
Procainamide Pharmacokinetics
Onset: 10-30mins, Peak: 15-20mins, Duration: 3-6hrs, Half Life: 3hrs
Procainamide Indications
Cardiac Arrest (V-fib and Pulseless V-Tach), Stable WCT
Procainamide Contraindications
Severe conduction disturbances, 2nd Type II/3rd Degree Heart Block, PVCs with bradycardia
Procainamide Side Effects
Bradycardia, heart block, hypotension, seizures, drowsiness, confusion, nausea/vomit, respiratory/cardiac arrest