Thiamine Flashcards
1
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Drug Classification
A
Vitamin
2
Q
Mechanism of Action
A
Thiamine (vitamin B1) administration corrects thiamine deficiency associated with malabsorption due to chronic alcoholism; allows for glucose utilization by participating in conversion of pyruvic acid to Acetyl CoA
3
Q
Pharmacokinetics
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- Onset of Action- Rapid
- Peak Effects- Varies
- Duration of Effects- Varies
- Half-Life- N/A
4
Q
Indications/Field Use
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-Hypoglycemia with chronic alcoholism
5
Q
Contraindications
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None
6
Q
Side Effects/Adverse Reactions
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Restlessness, weakness, sweating, nausea, hypotension, dyspnea
7
Q
Dose
A
Adult:
100mg IV/IM
8
Q
Precautions
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None
9
Q
Drug-Drug Interactions
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None
