Here’s a flash card version of the WTET post on Dexmedetomidine Click here to start flashcard deck[qdeck] [q unit=”Pharmacology” topic=”Dexmedetomidine”] Rationale for Dexmedetomidine [a] Sedation practice varies widely around the world. Propofol and Midazolam are the mainstays of sedation, in addition to an opiate as an antitussive. Traditional first line agents act mainly via GABA. […]
Read More »Alas, no longer Frusemide. Click here to start flashcard deck[qdeck] [q unit=”Pharmacology” topic=”Frusemide”] Potential indications for the use of Furosemide [a] Cardiovascular indications– Diuresis to decrease fluid balance, thought to be associated with improved mortality– Preload reduction by volume reduction and venodilation– Hyperkalemia and hypercalcemia Toxicological and endocrine indications– Diuresis to force urine output, […]
Read More »There is a great document from RCH which details the use of midazolam, ketamine and clonidine in paediatric premedication.
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