Apr 23, 2022 · Our group is just starting to toy with the idea of using Precedex for these purposes and I am wondering what the experience has been in other practices doing the same? 5 mcg in spinals …

Dec 28, 2023 · The place I'm currently doing locums at many of the MDs and crnas give a small dose (16-24) of precedex on induction. No infusion, for short and long cases. I use precedex for infusions …

Jan 7, 2010 · precedex is terrible for outpatients Precedex is terrible for most applications, except (preventing) delirium and reducing propofol dose. There are better drugs (e.g. ketamine). Healthcare …

May 16, 2007 · A quick google search tells me that precedex doesn't cause respiratory depression or requires the constant attention of propofol and it's good for extubation (but what do I know, I'm just a …

Feb 18, 2018 · Would you consider precedex as a fairly ideal drug for administering deep sedation for short-term outpatient procedures (

May 19, 2019 · In my experience fentanyl plus generous precedex plus tylenol and a good steroid dose is enough to have them comfortable on emergence. Many people go straight to morphine intraop - I …

Oct 23, 2013 · I have seen sparse literature, mainly saying precedex does not lower amplitude of signals during monitoring but if anything lowering MEPs only. Anyone being told by NM folks not to use this …

Jul 18, 2015 · Precedex isn't studied or indicated for long term sedation. You may not be able to get someone deep enough when they're paralyzed without adding benzodiazepines. You may have a …

Oct 14, 2014 · Precedex eventually wore off, but it took several hours.... I use it ALL the time. Never run infusions (even spine cases) just intermittently bolus. Usually will load them up with …

Nov 14, 2015 · What do you think of these studies using the intensivist's best friend, aka Precedex, in PO form for agitation in Schizophrenia and Bipolar disorder? I'd wonder if this would have …