Highly variable pharmacokinetics of dexmedetomidine during intensive care: a case report

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Introduction</p> <p>Dexmedetomidine is a selective and potent alpha2-adrenoceptor agonist licensed for use in the sedation of patients initially ventilated in intensive care units at a maximum dose rate of 0.7 μg/kg/h administered for up to 24 hours....

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Main Authors: Scheinin Mika, Kurvinen Juha-Pekka, Aantaa Riku, Kentala Erkki, Laitio Ruut, Iirola Timo, Olkkola Klaus T
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2010-02-01
Series:Journal of Medical Case Reports
Online Access:http://www.jmedicalcasereports.com/content/4/1/73