Induction Meds: Opioids Agonist-Antagonist - Butorphanol Flashcards
1
Q
Where is Butorphanol excreted?
A
Bile > urine
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2
Q
What receptors does Butorphanol bind to?
A
- κ = analgesia & anti-shivering
- μ (low)
- σ (low)
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2
Q
Sigma (σ) receptors are associated with what side effect?
A
Dysphoria
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3
Q
2 to 3 mg of butorphanol is equivalent to _____ mg of morphine.
A
10
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4
Q
By what route is butorphanol rapidly and completely absorbed?
A
Intramuscular
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5
Q
What type of drug is Butorphanol?
A
Agonist 20x and antagonist 10x to 30x > Pentazocine
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6
Q
What are the side effects of Butorphanol?
A
- sedation
- nausea
- diaphoresis
- dysphoria
- depression of ventilation
- withdrawal symptoms occur
- increased BP, PA BP, & C0
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7
Q
What is the caution with Butorphanol?
A
difficult to use with another opioid agonist
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