Adenosine
Brand: Adenocard (US/EU)
Emergency
Antiarrhythmic (AV nodal blocker)
Pharmacokinetics
| Half-life | 0.0028 hours |
| Tmax | 0 h |
| Bioavailability | 100 % (approx) |
| Protein Binding | 0 % |
| Volume of Distribution | 0.1 L/kg (approx) |
| Clearance Route | other |
| Active Metabolites | yes |
| Notes | Administer rapid IV push followed immediately by saline flush. |
⚠️ Safety & Warnings
Severity: Life-threatening
Adverse Effects:
Transient asystole, flushing, chest discomfort, dyspnea
Contraindications:
Asthma/COPD with bronchospasm
Precautions:
Warn patient about transient sensation of doom before push