Benadryl Flashcards
1
Q
Class
A
Antihistamine
Anticholinergic
2
Q
Mechanism of Action
A
Blocks cellular histamine receptors
Decreases vasodilation
Decreases motion sickness
Reverses extrapyramidal reactions
3
Q
Indications
A
Symptomatic relief of allergies, allergic reaction,or anaphylaxis
Acute dystonic reactions
4
Q
Contraindications
A
Asthma
Glaucoma
Pregnancy
Hypertension
Infants
Pt taking monoamine oxidase inhibitors
5
Q
Adult dose
A
1 mg/kg IM, IV, or IO
Max of 50 mg
6
Q
Pediatric dose
A
1 mg/kg IV/IO or slowly IM
7
Q
Pregnancy Category
A
B
