Oxytocin Flashcards
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CLASSIFICATION
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Hormone / Uterine Stimulant
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BRAND NAME
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Pitocin
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MECHANISM OF ACTION
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Promotes contraction of the uterine muscle & lactation
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PHARMACOKINETICS
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ONSET: Immediate (IV), 3 - 7min (IM)
PEAK: Varies
DURATION: 1hr (IV), 2 - 3hr (IM)
1/2 LIFE: 3 - 5min
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INDICATIONS
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Post-partum hemorrhage
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CONTRAINDICATIONS
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- Baby & placenta not delivered
- Additional fetus present
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SIDE EFFECTS
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- Hypotension
- Tachycardia
- Dysrhythmias
- Seizures
- Coma
- N + V
If given prior to fetal delivery:
- Fetal hypoxia
- Fetal asphyxia
- Fetal intracranial bleeding
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DOSEAGE
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(ADULT) 3 - 30units (IM)
ADULT) 10 - 20units in 500mL OR 1000mL D5W, NS, LR (slow IV,IO infusion
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PRECAUTIONS
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- Can cause over stimulation of uterus & possible uterine rupture
- Monitor vitals & uterine tone
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DRUG 2 DRUG INTERACTIONS
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HTN when given with vasoconstrictors such as NE
