Sodium Nitroprusside
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Trade – Nipride Class – Antihypertensive agent MOA – Causes direct relaxation of both arteries and veins Indication – HTN emergencies Contraindications – Hypotension, increased ICP, cerebrovascular disease, coronary artery disease, hepatic disease, renal disease, pulmonary disease. Side effects – Cyanide or thiocyanate toxicity, N/V, dizziness, headache, restlessness, abdominal pain, methemoglobinemia. Dosing Adult 0.3-10mcg/kg/min Pedi 0.5 – 10mcg/kg/min
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