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Undergraduate 1
02/17/2011

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diphenhydramine Brendadry class
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antihistamine
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actions
Definition
1. blocks histamine receptors
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actions
Definition
2. has some sedative effects
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indications:1
Definition
1 all levels of allergic reactions and anaphylaxis in conjunction with epinephrine
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indications:
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extrapyramidal effects (distonic reactions)are characterized by uncontrolled muscle twitching, lateral eye deviation, and feeling of a thick tongue, due to Phenothiazine (Thorazine, compazine antipsychotics, narcotic potentiators and antiemetics)overdose
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contraindications: 1
Definition
COPD INCLUDING ASTHMA
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CONTRAINDICATIONS: 2.
Definition
PREGNANT OR NURSING MOTHERS
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PRECAUTIONS 1
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HYPOTENSION
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precautions: 2
Definition
hypotension
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precautions: 3
Definition
enlarged prostate
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precautions: 3
Definition
glaucoma
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side effects:1
Definition
sedation resulting in drowsiness and lethargy
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side effects 2
Definition
dries bronchial secretions resulting in wheezing
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side effects: 3
Definition
blurred vision
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side efects; 4
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headache
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side effects: 5
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palpitations
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dosage
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25- 50 mg
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route
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slow IV push or deep IM
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pediatric dosage
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1 mg / kg up to 25 mg
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how supplied
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ampule and prefilled syringe: 50 mg / ml
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