Pralidoxime 2PAM (WK 6) Flashcards
(7 cards)
1
Q
Class?
A
Cholinesterase reactivator
2
Q
Indications?
A
Organophosphate poisoning
3
Q
Contraindications?
A
Cardiac disease, peptic ulcer, asthma, MI & hypersensitivity to procainamide
4
Q
Side Effects?
A
tachy, hypertension and dizzy
5
Q
ADULT?
A
1-2 g in 250 to 500mL of NS infused over 15 to 30 min
1-2 g IM/SC w/ no IV access
6
Q
PEDI?
A
20 to 40 mg/kg IV/IO/IM/SC
7
Q
Action?
A
Phosphate esters by displacing the enzyme from its receptor sites. Restores normal function of neuromuscular transmission
