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WHAT IS IT?
Dexmedetomidine (Precedex) is a sedative medication. It is advantageous to use because it does not cause respiratory depression (unlike other opioids that can be used for sedation).
WHEN DO WE USE IT?
Moderate sedation:
WHEN DO WE AVOID USING IT?
Long, prolonged deep sedation:
HOW IS IT ADMINISTERED?
WHAT ARE THE SIDE EFFECTS/TOXICITY?
ANYTHING ELSE TO KEEP IN MIND?
Page Updated: 02.27.2018