Trade Name
Adenocard
Generic Name
adenosine
Class
Anti-arrhythmic Class V
Mechanism of Action
Decreases electrical conduction through the AV Node, interrupts AV reentry pathways to terminate supraventricular arrhythmias
Indications
Contraindications
-Irregular tachycardias
-High degree AV Blocks
-SSS
Relative: Asthma
Adverse Reactions
Dose -> Adult
6mg RAPID IVP, followed by 12mg RIVP after 1-2 minutes
Dose -> Pediatric
0.1mg/kg, then 0.2mg/kg
Route
IV/IO
Special Considerations
- Proximal, large-bore IV ,rapid push, rapid flush, elevate limb