Nitroprusside Flashcards
1
Q
Action
A
vasodilator (arterial and venous)
reduces preload and afterload
acts directly on vascular smooth muscle
2
Q
Side effect
A
DO NOT MIX WITH OTHER DRUGS
cyanide toxicity if therapy longer than 48hrs
myocardial ischemia risk
contraindications: decreased cerebral perfusion
3
Q
Indication
A
hypertensive crises for immediate reduction of BP
acute CHF
MI
4
Q
Dosage
A
onset 1-2min; duration 1-10min
Start at 0.3mcg/kg/min
max dose - 10mcg/kg/min
