Thiamine Flashcards
1
Q
Thiamine Class:
A
Vitamin B1
2
Q
Thiamine Mechanism of Action:
A
- Combines with ATP to form thiamine pyrophosphate coenzyme, a necessary component for carbohydrate metabolism.
- The brain is extremely sensitive to thiamine deficiency.
3
Q
Thiamine Indications:
A
Coma of unknown origin
Delirium tremens
Beriberi
Wernicke’s encephalopathy
4
Q
Thiamine Adult Dose:
A
100 slow IV or IM.
5
Q
Thiamine Pediatric Dose:
A
10-25 mg slow IV or IM.
