Thiamine Flashcards
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Indications - Thiamine
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❑ Prior to D50W in hypoglycemic patients suspected of thiamine deficiency (malnutrition, alcoholism). May administer following if not given prior.
❑ Prevention of Wernicke’s encephalopathy.
❑ Delirium tremors
❑ Ethanol Poisoning
2
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Dosage - Thiamine
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100 mg SIVP/IM
3
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Contraindications - Thiamine
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Hypersensitivity to thiamine products (anaphylaxis can occur)
