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Diazepam
Cardiac Pharmacology
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What is the classification of Diazepam? | Benzodiazepine. |
| What are the pharmacodynamics of Diazepam? | Binds with GABA receptors causing an influx of chloride. |
| What are the indications of Diazepam? | - Tachycardia due to stimulant overdose - Sustained seizures - Anxiety - Sedation |
| What are the contraindications of Diazepam? | Known hypersensitivity to medication. |
| What are the adverse side effects of Diazepam? | - Respiratory depression - Hypotension - Nausea/ Vomiting - Sedation/ Amnesia |
| What is the adult dose for Diazepam? | 2.5 - 10 mg in 2.5 mg increments slow IV/IO/IM |
| What is the pediatric dose of Diazepam? | 0.1 mg/kg in 2.5 mg increments slow IV/IO/IM (Max of 5 mg) 0.2 mg/kg rectal dose (Max of 10 mg) |