CAFFEINE AND SODIUM BENZOATE (Caffeine and Sodium Benzoate) Nursing Considerations

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What is the generic name?

CAFFEINE AND SODIUM BENZOATE

What is the Trade Name for CAFFEINE AND SODIUM BENZOATE?

Caffeine and Sodium Benzoate

What are the Indications for CAFFEINE AND SODIUM BENZOATE?

  • INDICATIONS AND USAGE Caffeine and Sodium Benzoate Injection has been used in conjunction with supportive measure to treat respiratory depression associated with overdosage with CNS depressant drugs (e.g., narcotic analgesics, alcohol). However, because of questionable benefit and transient action, most authorities believe caffeine and other analeptics should not be used in these conditions and recommend other supportive therapy.

 

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