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Narcotic (Opiod)
Narcotic (Opiod) Drugs
Question | Answer |
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Effects | CNS, GI/GU, peripheral nerve depression Causes blood vessels to dilate Suppresses Cough |
Contraindications | Head injury Respiratory dysfunction Ulcerative colitis Pregnancy hepatic/renal disease = nephrotoxicity |
Drug Interactions | Sedatives, barbiturates, benzodiazepines, tricyclic antidepressants, antihistamines |
Adverse Effects | decreases LOC/rate/depth breathing/GI/GU orthostatic hypotension **respiratory depression confusion/dizziness/sedation/dyspepsia constipation/nausea |
Peak | 1 hour |
Teaching | avoid alcohol/driving prevent constipation TCDB don't crush PO morphine/Norco long-acting |
Hydrocodone + Acetaminophen | Norco |
Indications | monagement moderate--> severe pain Antitussive w/decongestants pulmonary edema |
Route | PO, IM, IV, Rectal |