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Benadryl Class
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Antihistamine
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Benadryl Actions
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- Binds to histamine receptor sites, suppressing histamine induced allergic symptoms.
- Does not prevent histamine release. |
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Benadryl Onset
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15-30 min
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Benadryl Duration
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6-12 hours
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Benadryl Indications
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- Allergic Reaction / Anaphylaxis
- Extrapyramidal Reactions |
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Benadryl Dosage / Route - Adult
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50 mg slow IVP/IM
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Benadryl Dosage /Route - Peds
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PDC IM/IVP
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Benadryl Contraindications
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None
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Benadryl Side Effects
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- Drowsiness / sedation (excitement in children)
- Dry mouth / thickened bronchial secretions - Hypotension - Palpitations / tachycardia - Seizures |
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Benadryl Concentration
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50 mg / 1 ml
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Benadryl Special Information
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- Cumulative depressant effects occur in the presence of alcohol and or other sedatives.
- Use with caution in asthma and children <20 lbs. due to thickened bronchial secretions. - Common drugs which may cause Extrapyramidal Reactions: Haldol, Compazine, Thorazine, Stelazine, Prolixin - Extrapyramidal reaction may be seen 7-10 days after ingestion of medication - Toxic levels may produce significant anticholinergic effects and other severe reactions. - Assessing effectiveness of Benadryl administration: = Anaphylaxis and allergic reaction - observe for a decrease in erythema and itching. = Extrapyramidal reactions - observe for a decrease in facial and neck spasm. |
