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10 Cards in this Set
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Class
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Sympathomimetic
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Mechanism of Action
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stimulates alpha (α), beta 1 (β1), and dopaminergic receptors
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Onset / Duration
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rapid / long
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Indications
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Shock and hypotension not resulting from hypovolemia, bradycardia refractory to atropine and pacing
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Contraindications
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Hypovolemic shock, pheochromocytoma
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Precautions
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MAO inhibitors
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Side Effects
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Increased myocardial oxygen demand, ischemia, tachydysrhythmias, and tissue necrosis
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Interactions
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Sodium bicarbonate
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Dosage
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5-20 mcg/kg/minute
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How Supplied
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Prefilled syringes and ampules of either 400 or 800 mg. Premix bags with either 400 or 800 mg in 250-500 cc.
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