emergency drugs
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“EMERGENCY DRUGS”
Pictures/ Generic NameBrand Name/Classification/
Stock Dose/ IndicationNursing Responsibilities
Aminophylline
Brand Name: AminodicClassification: Bronchodilator, AntiasthmaStock Dose: 250mg/10ml/amp
Amiodarone
Brand Name: CordaroneClassification: AntiarrhythmicStock Dose: 150mg/3ml/amp
1. Reserve use for life-threatening arrhythmias and serious toxicity.
2. Monitor cardiac rhythm continuously.
Atropine Sulfate (SO4)
Brand Name: AtropenClassification: Anticholinergic, Antiparkinsonian, Stock Dose: 1mg/ml/amp
1. Monitor temperature.
Bumetanide
Brand Name: BumexClassification: Loop DiureticStock Dose: 1mg/4ml
Calcium (Ca) Gluconate
Brand Name: -Classification: Antacid, ElectrolyteStock Dose: 10%, 1.1g/5ml
1. Monitor cardiac response.
Captopril
Brand Name: CapotenClassification: ACE Inhibitor, AntihypertensiveStock Dose: 25mg/tab
1. Monitor for drop in BP.
Brand Name: CatapresClassification: AntihypertensiveStock Dose: 75, 150 mcg/tab; 100mcg/ml
1. Monitor BP carefully when discontinuing clonidine; hypertension usually returns within 48
Clonidine
hours.
Diazepam
Brand Name: ValiumClassification: Antiepileptic, Anxiolytic, BenzodiazepineStock Dose: 10mg/2ml/amp
1. Carefully monitor pulse, BP and respiration during IV administration.
Digoxin
Brand Name: LanoxinClassification: Cardiac Glycoside, CardiotonicStock Dose: 0.25mg/tab, 0.5mg/2ml
1. Monitor apical pulse for 1 min before administering; hold if pulse lower than 60 bpm in adult or 90 bpm in infants; retake pulse in 1 hr. If remained lower than normal, hold and notify physician.
Diphenhydramine
Brand Name: BenadrylClassification: Antihistamine, Antiparkinsonian, Cough suppressant, Sedative-hypnoticStock Dose: 50mg/ml/amp
Epinephrine
Brand Name: Adrenalin ChlorideClassification: Alpha-adrenergic agonist, Antiasthmatic, Bronchodilator, Cardiac stimulant, Sympathomimetic, VasopressorStock Dose: 1mg/ml/amp
1. Monitor heart/pulse rate.
Furosemide
Brand Name: LasixClassification: Loop DiureticStock Dose: 20mg/2ml/amp
1. Monitor weight for fluid changes.
Hydralazine
Brand Name: ApresolineClassification: Antihypertensive, Prepheral vasodilatorStock Dose: 20mg/ml/amp
1. Monitor patient for orthostatic hypotension.
Hydrocortisone
Brand Name: Solu-CortefClassification: Corticosteroid, glucocorticoid, HormoneStock Dose: 100mg/2ml/vial, 250mg/ml/vial
Isosorbide Dinitrate (ISDN) Brand Name:Classification:Stock Dose:
Magnesium Sulfate (MgSO4)
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Meperidine Hydrochloride (HCl)
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Norepinephrine Generic Name:Brand Name:
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Nitroglycerine (NTG) Patch Generic Name:Brand Name:Classification:Stock Dose:Indication:
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Terbutaline Generic Name:Brand Name:Classification:Stock Dose:Indication:
Verapamil Generic Name:Brand Name:Classification:Stock Dose:Indication:
Atrovent Nebule Generic Name:Brand Name:Classification:Stock Dose:Indication:
Berodual Nebule Generic Name:Brand Name:Classification:Stock Dose:Indication:
Budesonide Nebule Generic Name:Brand Name:Classification:Stock Dose:Indication:
Combivent Nebule Generic Name:Brand Name:Classification:Stock Dose:Indication:
Salbutamol Nebule Generic Name:Brand Name:Classification:Stock Dose:Indication:
Terbutaline Nebule Generic Name:Brand Name:Classification:Stock Dose:Indication:
Heparin Generic Name:Brand Name:Classification:Stock Dose:Indication:
Potassium Chloride (KCl) Generic Name:Brand Name:Classification:Stock Dose:Indication:
Sodium Bicarbonate (NaHCO3)
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Dopamine Generic Name:Brand Name:Classification:Stock Dose:Indication:
Dobutamine Generic Name:Brand Name:Classification:Stock Dose:Indication:
Mannitol Generic Name:Brand Name:Classification:
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References:
Books:
Unknown Author (2008). PPD’s Nursing drug guide (2 nd Ed.). Malan Press Inc. Philippines: Pasig City.
Karch, A.M. (2010). 2010 Lippincott’s nursing drug guide. Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
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