309 Benadryl capsules Benadryl injectable Anaphylaxis treatment Epinephrine 1:1,000 concentration (adrenaline) Epi-pen Cardiac agents Nitroglycerine (Nitro-stat) 25–50 mg q6–8h PO as needed 10–50 mg IM (50 mg/ml per ampule) 0.1–0.5 ml subcutaneously (repeat in 5 minutes if needed) 0.3 ml automatically delivered with each injection 1 tablet (0.4 mg) sublingual q5min, up to 3 tablets Call for emergency medical help (911) if significant pain after second dose or linger- ing pain after third dose Allergy symptoms Rhinitis Itching, rash Motion sickness Nighttime sedation Nonproductive cough As substitute for Benadryl PO Allergic reaction (in ana- phylaxis as an adjunct to epinephrine) Anaphylactic reaction to insect stings, food, or other allergens ( see Epinephrine) Angina pectoris Coronary pain Dizziness Drowsiness Dry mouth Urinary retention Dizziness Drowsiness Dry mouth Urinary retention Heart attack, arrhythmia Tremors Anxiety Dysrhythmias, angina Nausea and vomiting ( see Epinephrine) Postural hypotension Collapse Headache Flushing Dizziness Pregnancy or lactation Acute asthma attack Acute asthma attack No contraindications in a life-threatening situation Hypersensitivity to sympathomimetics Ischemic cardiovascular disease Known sensitivity to nitroglycerine or nitrites Severe asthma Medical Director’s Signature: Date: Note:The occupational health nurse should consult with the company physician regarding standing medical orders and obtain physician’written, s dated authorization. Common Prescriptive and Nonprescriptive Medications Used in the Occupational Health Setting with Standing Orders (continued) Drug Dosage Indications Contraindications Adverse Reactions
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