Thiamine Flashcards
1
Q
Class
A
Vitamin B1
2
Q
Mechanism of Action
A
Combines with ATP to form thiamine pyrophosphate coenzyme which is a neccessary component for carbohydrate metabolism
3
Q
Indications
A
Coma of unknown origin
Delirium Tremens
Beriberi
Wernicke’s encephalopathy
4
Q
Contraindications
A
None
5
Q
Adult Dose
A
100 mg slow IV/IO/IM
6
Q
Pediatric Dose
A
10 - 25 mg slow IV/IO
7
Q
Pregnancy Category
A
A
