Phenylephrine Flashcards
1
Q
Phenylephrine Trade Name
A
Neosynephrine
2
Q
Phenylephrine MOA
A
Agonist at alpha receptors
Vasoconstriction of vascular beds
Increase PVR
3
Q
Phenylephrine Adverse Effects
A
Hypertension
Arrhythmias
4
Q
Phenylephrine Indications
A
Hypotension
5
Q
Phenylephrine Contraindications
A
Severe hypertension
Ventricular tachycardia
6
Q
Phenylephrine Dosing
A
IV infusion dosing will vary
100-200 mcg bolus is common on CPB
7
Q
Phenylephrine Drug Class
A
Vasopressor
Alpha agonist
8
Q
Phenylephrine and CPB
A
Primary vasopressor used on bypass
