Innovative uses of dexmedetomidine

Numerous case reports and series clearly show several uses for DEX beyond its existing indication for sedating ventilated patients in the intensive care unit, and we eagerly await clinical studies to further support these uses.

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Published in:Journal of clinical anesthesia 2007-12, Vol.19 (8), p.644-645
Main Authors: Stamenkovic, Dusica M., MD, Hassid, Marc, MD
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Analgesics, Non-Narcotic - adverse effects
Analgesics, Non-Narcotic - therapeutic use
Anesthesia
Anesthesia & Perioperative Care
Anesthetics, Intravenous - administration & dosage
Cough - prevention & control
Dexmedetomidine - adverse effects
Dexmedetomidine - therapeutic use
Drug therapy
Fiber Optic Technology
Humans
Intraoperative Care - methods
Intubation
Intubation, Intratracheal
Midazolam - administration & dosage
Monitoring, Intraoperative - methods
Neurologic Examination
Pain Medicine
Postoperative Care - methods
Wakefulness - drug effects
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Summary:Numerous case reports and series clearly show several uses for DEX beyond its existing indication for sedating ventilated patients in the intensive care unit, and we eagerly await clinical studies to further support these uses.
ISSN:0952-8180
1873-4529
DOI:10.1016/j.jclinane.2007.07.002