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Diphenhydramine Flashcards

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Indications & field use of Diphenhydramine

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Anaphylaxis
Phenothiazine reactions (psych drug)
Antiemetic

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Mechanism of action of Diphenhydramine

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Blocks cellular histamine receptors
Does not prevent histamine release
Has some Anticholinergic effects

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Contraindications of Diphenhydramine

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Known hypersensitivity
Newborn or premature infants
Caution in patients with glaucoma, bronchial asthma, cardiovascular disease or hypertension

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Adverse reactions of Diphenhydramine in CV

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Hypotension
Arrhythmias
Hemolytic anemia

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Adverse reactions of Diphenhydramine in respiratory

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Anaphylaxis
Tightness in chest
Thickening of bronchial secretions
Wheezing

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Adverse reactions of Diphenhydramine in CNS

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Sedation

Seizures

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Adverse reactions of Diphenhydramine in GI

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Urinary frequency or retention

Vomiting

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Routes of administration of Diphenhydramine

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IV, deep IM

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What is the brand name of Diphenhydramine

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Benadryl

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