Adecard

Indication

Intravenous Adenosine is indicated for the following: Conversion to sinus rhythm of paroxysmal supraventricular tachycardia (PSVT), including that associated with accessory bypass tracts (Wolff-Parkinson-White Syndrome).

Dosage & Administration

Adult
Initial dose: 6 mg given as rapid IV bolus (administered over 1-2 second period). Repeat administration: If the first dose does not result in elimination of the supraventricular tachycardia within 1-2 minutes, 12 mg should be given as rapid intravenous bolus. This 12 mg dose may be repeated for second time if required.
Pediatric patients: The dosages used in neonates, infants, children and adolescents were equivalent to those administered to adults on a weight basis. Pediatric patients with a body weight < 50 kg: Initial dose - 0.05 to 0.1 mg/kg as a rapid IV bolus given either centrally or peripherally. A saline flush should follow. Repeat administration: If conversion of PSVT does not occur within 1-2 minutes, additional bolus injections of adenosine can be administered at incrementally higher doses, increasing the amount given by 0.05 to 0.1 mg/kg. A saline flush should follow. This process should continue until sinus rhythm is established or a maximum single dose of 0.3 mg/kg is used. Pediatric patients with a body weight > 50 kg: The adult dose is recommended. Doses greater than 12 mg are not recommended for adult and pediatric patients.

Precautions

Use in Pregnancy: Since it is not known whether Adenosine can cause fetal harm when administered to pregnant women, Adenosine should be used during pregnancy only if clearly needed.