1
Q
Mechanism of action.
Adenosine
A
Slows conduction at the AV node.
2
Q
Indications and contraindications.
Adenosine
A
Indications:
- SVT
- PSVT
Relative Contraindications:
- High degree heart block
- COPD
3
Q
Adult and pediatric dosages.
Adenosine
A
Adult: 6mg, 12mg, 12mg
Pediatric:
First Bolus - 0.1mg/kg
Second Bolus - 0.2mg/kg
4
Q
Mechanism of action.
Albuterol
A
Beta 2 Agonist that causes bronchodilation.
5
Q
Indications and contraindications.
Albuterol
A
Indications:
- Bronchospasm
- COPD/Asthma
Relative Contraindications:
- Hypersensitivity
- Tachycardia
6
Q
Adult and pediatric dosages.
Albuterol
A
Adult: 2.5mg in 2.5ml Normal Saline
Pediatric:
<20kg = 1.25mg/20min
>20kg = 2.5mg/20min
7
Q
Mechanism of action.
Alteplase
tPA
A
Converts plasminogen to plasmin → breaks down fibrin clots
8
Q
Indications and contraindications.
Alteplase
tPA
A
Indications:
- STEMI
- Pulmonary embolism
- CVA
Contraindications:
- Internal hemorrhage
- Recent surgery
- Aneurysm
- Significant hypertension
9
Q
Adult and pediatric dosages.
Alteplase
tPA
A
Adult:
- Bolus - 15mg/kg bolus/2min
- Infusion - 0.75mg/kg/30min
- 2nd Infusion - 0.50mg/kg/60min
Pediatric: N/A
10
Q
Mechanism of action.
Amiodarone
A
Sodium and potassium channel blocker.
Increases action potential as an antidysrhythmic
11
Q
Indications and contraindications.
Amiodarone
A
Indications:
- Ventricular fibrillation
- Pulseless ventricular tachycardia
- Symptomatic/Stable ventricular tachycardia
Contraindications:
- Sinus Bradycardia
- Cardiogenic shock
- Sinus node dysfunction
12
Q
Adult and pediatric dosages.
Amiodarone
A
Adult:
- V-Fib/Pulseless V-Tach - 300mg Bolus; Q3-5min 150mg Bolus; If conversion, 1mg/min infusion
- Symptomatic/Stable V-Tach - 150mg/10min; if conversion, 1mg/min infusion
Pediatric:
- V-Fib/Pulseless V-Tach - 5mg/kg Bolus; Q3-5min 5mg/kg MAX 300mg
- Symptomatic/Stable V-Tach - 5mg/kg/20-60min
13
Q
Mechanism of action.
Aspirin
A
Anti-aggregate
14
Q
Indications and contraindications.
Aspirin
A
Indications:
- STEMI
- Angina
Contraindications: Allergies
15
Q
Adult and pediatric dosages.
Aspirin
A
Adult: 160-325mg PO
Pediatric: N/A
16
Q
Mechanism of action.
Atropine
A
Inhibits acetylcholine, which increases the heart rate.
17
Q
Indications and contraindications.
Atropine
A
Indications:
- Symptomatic or Unstable bradycardia
- Beta blocker OD
- Ca channel blocker OD
Contraindications:
- Tachycardia
- Hypothermic bradycardia
18
Q
Adult and pediatric dosages.
Atropine
A
Adult: 0.5mg - 1.0mg
Pediatric: 0.02mg/kg
Minimum Dose of 0.1mg
19
Q
Mechanism of action.
Calcium Chloride
A
Increases cardiac contractility by producing a positive inotropic effect.
20
Q
Indications and contraindications.
Calcium Chloride
A
Indications:
- Hypocalcemia
- Hyperkalemia
- Beta blocker and calcium channel blocker toxicity
Contraindications:
- Hypercalcemia
- Digitalis toxicity
21
Q
Adult and pediatric dosages.
Calcium Chloride
A
Adult: 500mg - 1000mg
Pediatric: 20mg/kg MAX 1G
3x stronger than Calcium Gluconate; given through a central IV, not peripheral
22
Q
Mechanism of action.
Calcium Gluconate
A
Increases cardiac contractility.
3x less potent than Calcium Chloride.
23
Q
Indications and contraindications.
Calcium Gluconate
A
Indications:
- Hyperkalemia
- Hypocalcemia
- Beta blocker and Ca channel blocker toxicity
Contraindications:
- Hypercalcemia
- Digitalis toxicity
24
Q
Adult and pediatric dosages.
Calcium Gluconate
A
Adult: 500mg - 1000mg
Pediatric: 60-100mg/kg/5-10min
25
# Mechanism of action.
Dexamethasone
**Decreases airway inflammation** by suppressing acute inflammation.
## Footnote
Corticosteroid
26
# Indications and contraindications.
Dexamethasone
**_Indications:_**
* Anaphylaxis
* Asthma/COPD
* Croup
* Spinal cord injury
**_Relative Contraindications:_** Sepsis
27
# Adult and pediatric dosages.
Dexamethasone
**_Adult:_** 10-100mg
**_Pediatric:_** 0.25 - 1.0mg/kg MAX 16mg
28
# Mechanism of action.
Diazepam
| Valium
It is a **benzodiazepine** that enhances the effect of **GABA**, an inhibitory neurotransmitter, by binding to GABA-A receptors.
## Footnote
This increases chloride influx into neurons, resulting in CNS depression, sedation, muscle relaxation, and anticonvulsant effects.
29
# Indications and contraindications.
Diazepam
| Valium
**_Indications:_**
* Seizures
* Anxiety
* Cocaine OD
**_Relative Contraindications:_**
* Decreased respiratory function
* Head injury
30
# Adult and pediatric dosages.
Diazepam
| Valium
**_Adult:_** 5 - 10mg
**_Pediatric:_** 0.2 - 0.5 mg/kg
31
# Mechanism of action.
Diltiazem
Calcium channel blocker
## Footnote
Blocks calcium influx during depolarization.
32
# Indications and contraindications.
Diltiazem
**_Indications:_** Atrial Fibrillation/Flutter
**_Contraindications:_**
* Hypotension
* Cardiogenic shock
33
# Adult and pediatric dosages.
Diltiazem
**_Adult_**:
* First Bolus - 0.25mg/kg MAX 20mg
* Second Bolus - 0.35mg/kg MAX 25mg
* Infusion: 5-15mg/hr
**_Pediatric_**: N/A
34
# Mechanism of action.
Dobutamine
It is a **beta-1 adrenergic agonist** that stimulates beta-1 receptors in the heart, leading to **increased** myocardial contractility and heart rate, which boosts stroke volume and cardiac output.
35
# Indications and contraindications.
Dobutamine
**_Indications:_** Cardiogenic shock, CHF
**_Contraindications:_**
* Tachydysrhythmias
* Severe hypotension *(initially causes hypotension)*
36
# Adult and pediatric dosages.
Dobutamine
**_Adult & Pediatric_**_:_
2-20mcg/kg/min
37
# Mechanism of action.
Dopamine
**Increases** inotropic and chronotropic effects.
38
# Indications and contraindications.
Dopamine
**_Indications:_**
* Cardiogenic shock
* Septic shock
* Distributive shock
* Bradycardia
**_Contraindications:_**
* Hypovolemic shock
* V-Fib
39
# Adult and pediatric dosages.
Dopamine
**_Adult & Pediatric_**:
2-20mcg/kg/min
40
# Mechanism of action.
Epinephrine
* Alpha 1 agonist
* Beta 1 agonist
* Beta 2 agonist
41
# Indications and contraindications.
Epinephrine
## Footnote
Hint: Cardiac
**_Indications:_**
* Asystole
* PEA
* V-fib
* Pulseless V-tach
* Bradycardia
**_Contraindications:_**
* Hypertension
* Hypothermia
* Pulmonary edema
42
# Adult and pediatric dosages.
Epinephrine
## Footnote
Hint: Cardiac
**_Adult_**:
* Asystole/PEA/Pulseless V-Tach/V-Fib: 1mg IV/IO
* Bradycardia/Hypotension: 2-10mcg/min
* Anaphylaxis: 0.3 - 0.5mg IM
**_Pediatric_**:
* Asystole/PEA/Pulseless V-tach/V-Fib: 0.01mg/kg IV/IO
* Bradycardia: 0.01mg/kg IV/IO
* Infusion: 0.1 - 1mcg/min
43
# Mechanism of action.
Furosemide
**Inhibits absorption of chloride and sodium** at proximal and distal tubules and loop of Henle.
## Footnote
Causes increased urine output.
44
# Indications and contraindications.
Furosemide
**_Indications:_**
* CHF
* Pulmonary edema
* Hypertensive crisis
**_Contraindications:_**
* Hypovolemia
* Hypotension
* Electrolyte imbalances
45
# Adult and pediatric dosages.
Furosemide
**_Adult_**: 0.5 - 1mg/kg; no response, double the dose
**_Pediatric_**: 1mg/kg
46
# Mechanism of action.
Labetalol
Alpha and beta antagonist
## Footnote
Decreases blood pressure
47
# Indications and contraindications.
Labetalol
**_Indication:_** Severe hypertension
**_Contraindications:_**
* Asthma
* CHF
* Shock
* Bradycardia
48
# Adult and pediatric dosages.
Labetalol
**_Adult_**:
* 10mg IV; Repeat or double Q10min
* Infusion: 2-8mg/min
**_Pediatric_**: N/A
49
# Mechanism of action.
Lidocaine
Sodium channel blocker
## Footnote
Decreases automaticity
50
# Indications and contraindications.
Lidocaine
**_Indication:_**
* V-Tach
* V-Fib
**_Contraindication:_**
* High degree heart block
* Bradycardia with wide complexes
51
# Adult and pediatric dosages.
Lidocaine
**_Adult_**:
* Pulseless V-tach/V-Fib: 1-1.5mg/kg; Repeat .5-.75mg MAX 3mg/kg
* Stable V-Tach: 1-1.5mg/kg; Repeat .5-.75mg/kg Q5-10min MAX 3mg/kg
* Infusion: 1-4mg/min
**_Pediatric_**:
* Pulseless V-tach/V-Fib: 1mg/kg MAX 100mg
* Infusion: 20-50mcg/kg/min
52
# Mechanism of action.
Metoprolol
Decreases HR, conduction, contractility, and cardiac output.
## Footnote
Selective Beta-1 antagonist
53
# Indications and contraindications.
Metoprolol
**_Indications:_**
* PSVT
* A-Flutter
* A-Fib
*Reduces oxygen demand in STEMI patients.*
**_Contraindications:_**
* Heart failure
* High degree heart block
* Bradycardia
54
# Adult and pediatric dosages.
Metoprolol
**_Adult_**:
* STEMI: 2-4mg
* NSTEMI/Unstable Angina: 1-5mg
**_Pediatric_**: 0.1 - 0.2mg/kg MAX 5mg
55
# Mechanism of action.
Nitroglycerine
* Dilates peripheral arteries.
* Decreases preload and afterload.
* Vasodilator
56
# Indications and contraindications.
Nitroglycerine
**_Indications:_**
* Acute Angina
* NSTEMI
* STEMI
* CHF
* Pulmonary Edema
* Hypertension
**_Contraindications:_**
* Hypotension
* Head Injury
* Bradycardia
* RV Infarction (relative)
57
# Adult and pediatric dosages.
Nitroglycerine
**_Adult_**:
* Tablet: 0.4mg
* Spray: 1-2 Sprays MAX 3
* Infusion: 10mcg/min; Increase by 10mcg/min Q 3-5 MAX 200mcg/min
**_Pediatric_**: N/A
58
# Adult and pediatric dosages.
Nitropaste
**Adult**: ½'' to ¾'' (15-30mcg); cover with wrap and secure MAX 5'' (75mg)
**Pediatric**: N/A
59
# Mechanism of action.
Norepinephrine
Vasopressor; **Alpha and Beta agonist** causing peripheral vasoconstriction
## Footnote
Positive inotropic effect and dilates coronary arteries.
60
# Indications and contraindications.
Norepinephrine
## Footnote
Hint: Cardiac
**_Indications:_**
* Cardiogenic shock
* Significant Hypotension
**_Contraindications:_** Pregnancy (relative)
61
# Adult and pediatric dosages.
Norepinephrine
**_Adult_**: 0.1 - 0.5mcg/kg/min
**_Pediatric_**: 0.1 - 0.2mcg/kg/min
62
# Mechanism of action.
Diphenhydramine
H1 histamine antagonist
## Footnote
Decreases inflammatory response.
63
# Indications and contraindications.
Diphenhydramine
**_Indications:_**
* Allergic reaction
* Anaphylaxis
**_Contraindications:_**
* Asthma (relative)
* Hypertension (relative)
64
# Adult and pediatric dosages.
Diphenhydramine
**_Adult_**: 25 - 50mg
**_Pediatric_**: 1 - 2mg/kg
65
# Mechanism of action.
Racemic Epinephrine
**Beta-2 agonist** for receptors in lungs and **relaxes bronchial smooth muscle**.
66
# Indications and contraindications.
Racemic Epinephrine
**_Indications:_**
* Croup
* Laryngeal edema
**_Contraindications:_** Epiglottitis
67
# Adult and pediatric dosages.
Racemic Epinephrine
**_Adult_**: 5ml in 5ml NS
**_Pediatric_**:
* 0.25ml in 2.5ml NS (\<20kg)
* 0.5ml in 2.5ml NS (20-40kg)
* 0.75ml in 2.5ml NS (\>40kg)
68
# Mechanism of action.
Methylprednisolone
Corticosteroid that **decreases airway inflammation**.
69
# Indications and contraindications.
Methylprednisolone
**_Indications:_**
* Anaphylaxis
* Asthma
* COPD
**_Contraindications:_** Systemic fungal infections
70
# Adult and pediatric dosages.
Methylprednisolone
**_Adult_**: 125mg
**_Pediatric_**: 1 - 2mg/kg
71
# Mechanism of action.
Rocuronium
**Antagonizes acetylcholine** at synaptic cleft.
## Footnote
Non-depolarizing paralytic.
72
# Indications:
Rocuronium
Rapid Sequence Intubation
| RSI
73
# Adult and pediatric dosages.
Rocuronium
**_Adult_**: 0.6 - 1.2mg/kg
**_Pediatric_**: 0.6 - 1.2mg/kg
## Footnote
*Typical is 1mg/kg*
74
# Mechanism of action.
Succinylcholine
**Bind with acetylcholine** at synaptic cleft and creates fasciculations.
## Footnote
Depolarizing paralytic.
75
# Indications:
Succinylcholine
Rapid Sequence Intubation
| RSI
76
# Adult and pediatric dosages.
Succinylcholine
**_Adult & Pediatric:_** 1.5mg/kg
**_Infant:_** 2mg/kg
77
# Mechanism of action.
Terbutaline
Beta 2 agonist
## Footnote
Relaxes smooth muscle of the bronchioles.
78
# Indications and contraindications.
Terbutaline
**_Indications:_**
* Asthma
* COPD
**_Contraindications:_** Tachydysrhythmias
79
# Adult and pediatric dosages.
Terbutaline
**_Adult_**: 0.25mg SC
**_Pediatric_**: N/A \<12 years old
80
# Mechanism of action.
Vecuronium
**Competes with acetylcholine** at the synaptic cleft.
## Footnote
Non-depolarizing paralytic
81
# Indication:
Vecuronium
Rapid Sequence Intubation
| RSI
82
# Adult and pediatric dosages.
Vecuronium
**_Adult_**: 0.1mg/kg
**_Pediatric_**: 0.1mg/kg
83
# Mechanism of action.
Etomidate
**Induction agent**; hypnotic.
84
# Indications and contraindications.
Etomidate
**_Indications:_** Induction for RSI
**_Contraindications:_** Adrenal compromised patients
85
# Adult and pediatric dosages.
Etomidate
**_Adult and Pediatric:_**
0.2 - 0.4mg/kg
## Footnote
0.3mg/kg typical dose.
86
# Mechanism of action.
Fentanyl
analgesic/opiate
87
# Indications and contraindications.
Fentanyl
**_Indications:_** Pain management
**_Contraindications:_** Head injury (relative - use caution)
88
# Adult and pediatric dosages.
Fentanyl
**_Adult and Pediatric:_**
1 - 2mcg/kg
89
# Mechanism of action.
Glucagon
**Produces glycogenolysis within the liver** to access the glycogen stores to be used as energy.
90
# Indications and contraindications.
Glucagon
**_Indications:_**
* Hypoglycemia
* Beta blocker OD
* Ca channel blocker OD
**_Contraindications:_** Hyperglycemia
## Footnote
Be cautious in patients with liver failure as the drug may not be efficient.
91
# Adult and pediatric dosages.
Glucagon
**_Adult:_** 0.5 - 1mg IM
**_Pediatric:_** 0.03 - 0.1mg/kg IM
92
# Mechanism of action.
Haldol
**Antipsychotic** that is a CNS depressant.
93
# Indications and contraindications.
Haldol
**_Indications:_** Psychotic episodes
**_Contraindications:_**
* AMS
* Shock
* Hypoxia
94
# Mechanism of action.
Heparin
**Anticoagulant** that prevents fibrogen to turn into fibrin.
95
# Indications and contraindications.
Heparin
**_Indication:_**
* STEMI
* Pulmonary embolism
* DVT
**_Contraindications:_**
* Bleeding
* Recent surgery
* Severe hypertension
96
# Adult and pediatric dosages.
Heparin
**_Adult:_**
* Bolus 60IU/kg
* Infusion 12IU/kg/hr
**_Pediatric:_** N/A
97
# Mechanism of action.
Insulin
Allows the transport of glucose into the cells.
98
# Indications and contraindications.
Insulin
**_Indications:_**
* DKA
* Hyperkalemia
**_Contraindications:_**
* Hypoglycemia
* Hypokalemia
99
# Adult and pediatric dosages.
Insulin
**_Adult:_**
* Bolus 10-25IU SC, IM, IV
* Infusion 0.1 IU/kg/hr
**_Pediatric:_** 0.1 - 0.2 IU/kg/hr
100
# Mechanism of action.
Atrovent
| Ipratropium
**Anticholinergic** that produces bronchodilation and decreases mucus production.
101
# Indications and contraindications.
Atrovent
| Ipratropium
**_Indications:_**
* COPD
* Asthma
**_Contraindications:_** Allergic
102
# Adult and pediatric dosages.
Atrovent
| Ipratropium
**_Adult and Pediatric:_**
250 - 500mcg Neb
103
# Mechanism of action.
Toradol
**NSAID** that causes analgesia.
104
# Indications and contraindications.
Toradol
**_Indications:_** Minor to moderate pain
**_Contraindications:_**
* Asthma
* Bleeding disorders
* Renal/liver failure
105
# Adult and pediatric dosages.
Toradol
**_Adult:_** 30 - 60mg IM
**_Pediatric:_** N/A
106
# Mechanism of action.
Lorazepam
| Ativan
**Benzodiazepine** that is a CNS depressant.
107
# Indications and contraindications.
Lorazepam
| Ativan
**_Indications:_**
* Seizures
* Anxiety
**_Contraindications:_** Shock (relative)
108
# Adult and pediatric dosages.
Lorazepam
| Ativan
**_Adult:_** 2 - 4mg IM/IV
**_Pediatric:_** 0.05 - 0.20 mg/kg IM/IV
## Footnote
*Typically 0.1mg/kg*
109
# Mechanism of action.
Magnesium Sulfate
Smooth muscle relaxer.
110
# Indications and contraindications.
Magnesium Sulfate
**_Indications:_**
* Eclampsia
* Pre-term labor
* Torsades de pointes
* Severe asthma/COPD
**_Contraindications:_** Myocardial insufficiency
111
# Adult and pediatric dosages.
Magnesium Sulfate
**_Adult:_**
* Eclampsia: Bolus 2 - 4G; Infusion 2G/30min
* Torsades: 1 - 2G/5-20min
**_Pediatric:_**
* Torsades: 25 - 50mg/kg bolus MAX 2G
* Status Asthmaticus: 25 - 50mg/kg/15-30min MAX 2G
112
# Mechanism of action.
Mannitol
**Diuretic** that _decreases_ fluid within the intracellular space and _increases_ within the extracellular space.
113
# Indications and contraindications.
Mannitol
**_Indications:_**
* Head Injury (herniation)
* Cerebral edema
* Blood transfusion reactions
**_Contraindications:_**
* Hypotension
* Pulmonary edema
* CHF
114
# Adult and pediatric dosages.
Mannitol
**_Adult:_** 0.5 - 1G/kg/10min
**_Pediatric:_** 0.5 - 1G/kg/30-60min
115
# Mechanism of action.
Methylprednisolone
**Corticosteroid** that decreases airway inflammation.
116
# Indications and contraindications.
Methylprednisolone
**_Indications:_**
* Anaphylaxis
* Asthma
* COPD
**_Contraindications:_** Systemic Fungal Infections
117
# Mechanism of action.
Midazolam
| Versed
**Benzodiazepine** that causes CNS depression.
118
# Indications and contraindications.
Midazolam
| Versed
**_Indications:_**
* Seizure
* Sedation
**_Contraindications:_** Shock
119
# Adult and pediatric dosages.
Midazolam
| Versed
**_Adult:_** 2 - 2.5mg
**_Pediatric:_** 0.1 - 0.3mg/kg
## Footnote
*Typically 0.1mg/kg*
120
# Mechanism of action.
Morphine
Opioid that causes **analgesia**.
121
# Indications and contraindications.
Morphine
**_Indications:_**
* Pain management
* CHF
* STEMI
**_Contraindications:_**
* Hypotension
* Decreased respiratory drive
122
# Adult and pediatric dosages.
Morphine
**_Adult:_** 2 - 4mg
**_Pediatric:_** 0.1 - 0.2mg/kg
123
# Mechanism of action.
Naloxone
**Binds to narcotic receptor sites** inhibiting the effects of opioids.
124
# Indications and contraindications.
Naloxone
**_Indications:_** Opiate OD
**_Relative Contraindications:_** Caution in narcotic dependent patients
## Footnote
Potentially may cause seizures.
125
# Adult and pediatric dosages.
Naloxone
**_Adult:_** 0.4 - 2mg
**_Pediatric:_** 0.1mg/kg
126
# Mechanism of action.
Ondansetron
| Zofran
**Serotonin antagonist**, which naturally causes nausea/vomiting.
127
# Indications and contraindications.
Ondansetron
| Zofran
**_Indications:_** Nausea/vomiting
**_Contraindications:_** Long QT interval
128
# Adult and pediatric dosages.
Ondansetron
| Zofran
**_Adult:_** 4mg
**_Pediatric:_** 0.1mg/kg
129
# Mechanism of action.
Oral Glucose
**Glucose distribution** through the GI tract and buccal vasculature.
130
# Indications and contraindications.
Oral Glucose
**_Indications:_** Hypoglycemia
**_Contraindications:_**
AMS
unconscious
131
# Adult and pediatric dosages.
Oral Glucose
**_Adult:_** 15G PO
**_Pediatric:_** 5-15G PO
132
# Mechanism of action.
Oxytocin
| Pitocin
Increases contractions within the uterus.
133
# Indications and contraindications.
Oxytocin
| Pitocin
**_Indications:_** Postpartum hemorrhage
**_Contraindications:_** N/A
134
# Adult and pediatric dosages.
Oxytocin
| Pitocin
**_Adult:_** 10IU IM; Infusion: 20-40mIU/min
**_Pediatric:_** N/A
135
# Mechanism of action.
Propofol
general anesthesia
136
# Indications and contraindications.
Propofol
**_Indications:_**
* Anesthesia
* Induction
* Sedation
**_Contraindications:_**
* Hypovolemia
* Allergic to eggs, soy, and peanuts
137
# Adult and pediatric dosages.
Propofol
**_Adult:_** Bolus: 1.5 - 3mg/kg; Infusion: 25-75mcg/kg/min
**_Pediatric:_** Bolus: 2.5 - 3.5mg/kg; Infusion: 125-300mcg/kg/min
138
# Mechanism of action.
Sodium Bicarbonate
Hydrogen ion buffer.
139
# Indications and contraindications.
Sodium Bicarbonate
**_Indications:_**
* Metabolic acidosis
* Tricyclic antidepressant OD
* Hyperkalemia
* Prolonged crush injuries
**_Contraindications:_** Respiratory/metabolic alkalosis
140
# Adult and pediatric dosages.
Sodium Bicarbonate
**_Adult:_** 1mEq/kg
**_Pediatric:_** 1mEq/kg
141
# Mechanism of action.
Thiamine
**Vitamin B**, essential for energy metabolism.
142
# Indications and contraindications.
Thiamine
**_Indications:_**
* Delirium Tremens
* Wernicke encephalopathy
**_Contraindications:_** N/A
143
# Adult and pediatric dosages.
Thiamine
**_Adult:_** 100mg
**_Pediatric:_** 10 - 25mg
144
# Mechanism of action.
Vasopressin
**Vasoconstrictor** that utilizes ADH for fluid retention.
145
# Indications and contraindications.
Vasopressin
**_Indications:_** Second or third choice of vasopressor
**Contraindications:** N/A
146
# Adult and pediatric dosages.
Vasopressin
**_Adult:_**
* Bolus: 40 IU
* Infusion: 0.02 - 0.04 IU/min
**_Pediatric:_** Bolus: 0.4 - 1 IU/kg
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