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10 Cards in this Set
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Class
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analgesic
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Mechanism of Action
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binds to the opiate receptors in the CNS
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Onset / Duration
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2 – 3 min / 3 – 6 hours
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Indications
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pain
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Contraindications
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Head injury or undiagnosed abdominal pain
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Precautions
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respiratory depression
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Side Effects
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Headache, altered mental status, hypotension, bradycardia, blurred vision, rash, respiratory depression, nausea, and vomiting
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Interactions
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narcotics, sedatives, hypnotics, and alcohol
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Dosage
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5 mg, repeat in 2 mg doses
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How Supplied
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1 mL ampules containing 10 or 20 mg
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