thiamine

Question 1

Trade name for thiamine

Answer 1

Betalin

Question 2

Class for thiamine

Answer 2

Vitamin

Question 3

Standard supply for thiamine

Answer 3

Vial

Question 4

MOA for thiamine

Answer 4

Metabolizes carbohydrates

Question 5

Indications for thiamine

Answer 5

Delirium tremens
Wernicke encephalopathy
Korsakoff syndrome
Unconsciousness of unknown etiology
Alcoholism
Malnutrition

Question 6

Contraindications for thiamine

Answer 6

None in the emergency setting

Question 7

Adverse reactions for thiamine

Answer 7

Nausea

Vomiting

Question 8

Routes of administration for thiamine

Answer 8

IV
IO
IM

Question 9

Onset/Peak/Duration for thiamine

Answer 9

O: 1-2 hours (IV/IO); Variable (IM)
P: 3-5 days
D: Variable

Question 10

Adult dosage for thiamine

Answer 10

100 mg

Question 11

Pediatric dosage for thiamine

Answer 11

10-25 mg

Question 12

Special considerations for thiamine

Answer 12

May be administered prior to dextrose 50%

Should be administered prior to dextrose 50% or glucagon to a patient with malnutrition or alcohol abuse