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Class
Vasodilator/Cyanide Antidote
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Description
Amyl Nitrite is potent vasodilator and an antidote for cyanide poisoning
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Mechanism of Action
- Amyl Nitrate causes the oxidation of hemoglobin methemoglobin. Methemoglobin reacts with cyanide ion form cyanomethemoglobin, which can be enzymatically degraded.
- Removes cyanide from the blood.
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Onset of Action
Onset:10-30 second Peak:30 second Duration:3-5 min Half life:NA
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Indications
Cyanide poisoning (bitter almond smell to breath
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Contraindications
None in treatment in cyanide poisoning
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Precautions
Has tendency for abuse, hypotension.
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Side Effects
- headache
- hypotension
- Dizziness
- nausea
- tachycardia
- flushing
- cold sweats
- syncope
- orthostatic changes
- weakness
- vomiting.
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Adult Dose
Break inhalant and inhale, administer as needed
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Pedi-Dose
Break inhalant and inhale, administer as needed
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Routes of Administration
Inhalation
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How Supplied
Glass Inhalant
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