Feb 23, 2015
Generic Name
dobutamine
Trade Name
Dobutrex
Indication
short term management of heart failure
Action
Dobutamine has a positive inotropic effect (increases cardiac output) with very little effect on heart rate. Stimulates Beta1 receptors in the heart.
Therapeutic Class
inotropic
Pharmacologic...
Feb 23, 2015
Generic Name
divalproex
Trade Name
Depakote
Indication
seizures, manic episodes, prevention of headache
Action
increases the level of GABA in CNS
Therapeutic Class
Anticonvulsant, vascular headache suppressants
Pharmacologic Class
none
Nursing Considerations
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