Esmolol
May 21, 2022•1 min•Season 203Ep. 3
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Episode description
- Trade – Brevibloc
- Class– Beta Blocker
- MOA– Inhibits the strength of the hearts contractions, as well as heart rate.
- Indication – ACS, MI, acute HTN, Supraventricular tachyarrhythmias
- Contraindications – COPD, Acute Bronchospasm, Bradycardia, Advanced Heart blocks, cardiogenic shock, Pulmonary Edema,
- Side Effects – Hypotension, sinus bradycardia, AV block, Cardiac arrest, nausea/vomiting, hypoglycemia, injection site reaction
- Dosage
Adult: 500mcg/kg IV/IO over 1 minute
Pedi: 500mcg/kg IV/IO over 1 minute
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