PHENTOLAMINE

(Rogitine)

Standard Prescription

phentolamine __mL sc around site of extravasation; max total dose __mg (__mg/kg)

Dosages

Treatment of α-adrenergic Drug Extravasation:
Make a 1 mg/mL solution with NS; inject 0.2 to 1 mL aliquots SC around site of extravasation.
Max total dose 0.2 mg/kg or 5 mg total.

Mechanism of Action

Alpha-adrenergic receptor blocker.

Forms Supplied

Injection: 5 mg/vial

Comments

DO NOT INJECT IV WHEN TREATING EXTRAVASATION.

For extravasation, consider benefits versus risks (local effects versus systemic hypotension).

See Extravasation Protocol on ePOPS

References

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Last Edited

2019-08-15 06:35:59