Anticoagulation, endocrine and GI
Pantoprazole (Protonix) drip
Protonix, PPI
Dosing
| Start | 80 mg bolus, then 8 mg/h for 72 hours after endoscopy for a high-risk ulcer |
|---|---|
| Titrate | Fixed rate; intermittent high-dose dosing is an accepted alternative |
| Maximum | 8 mg/h |
| Common bags | 80 mg in 100 mL (800 mcg/mL) |
| Dose units | mg/h |
Line and administration
- Dedicated line or compatible Y-site
Watch for
- C. difficile with prolonged use
Pantoprazole: full drug monographIndications, mechanism, pharmacokinetics, cautions and every dose the app lists.
Other anticoagulation, endocrine and gi
- Heparin
- Insulin (regular)
- Amiodarone
- Diltiazem
- Octreotide
- Furosemide
- Argatroban
- Bivalirudin
- Procainamide
- Lidocaine
- Magnesium sulfate
- Naloxone
- Eptifibatide
- Bumetanide
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