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Peak Onset Duration For IV meds, compatability with IV drips and/or solutions
end of infusion rapid 12-24 hr
Why is your patient taking this medication?
Interactions with other patient drugs, OTC, or herbal Lab value alterations caused by medicine
medicines (ask patient specifically)
ototoxic and nephrotoxic drugs (aspirin, aminoglycosides,
cyclosporine, cisplatin, loop diuretics); nondepolarizing
neuromuscular blocking agents; general anesthetics. Be sure to teach the patient the following about this medication
Report signs of hypersensitivity, tinnitus, vertigo, or hearing loss. Report is
there is not improvement in a few days. Heart patients need to be taught
importance of using antimicrobial prophylaxis prior to invasive dental or
medical procedures.