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==Section 8 - MEDICATION GUIDELINES==
===ANTAGONISTS ===

====Flumazenil (ROMAZICON) / Antagonist====
'''DESCRIPTION'''
* It is a benzodiazepine antagonist.
'''INDICATIONS'''
* Inadvertent overmedication with [[Versed|VERSED]] or [[Valium|VALIUM]]
'''CONTRAINDICATIONS'''
* Hypersensitivity to the medication, Tricyclic antidepressant overdoses.
'''PRECAUTIONS'''
* Use with caution in cases of mixed overdose, adverse reactions include arrhythmias and seizures.
'''DOSAGE'''
* Usual dosage is 0.2 mg IV over 15 seconds; wait 45 seconds, then give 0.2 mg if consciousness does not occur; may be repeated 60 second intervals prn, up to 4 additional doses-max 1 mg.
* Refer to Handtevy System for pediatric specific dosages
** Premie - 5 y/o: 0.01 mg/kg
** 6 years and older: 0.2 mg


[[Category:Medication Guidelines|Flumazenil]]