Dexmedetomidine

Generic Name
Dexmedetomidine
Brand Names
Dexdor, Igalmi, Precedex, Dexmedetomidine Accord
Drug Type
Small Molecule
Chemical Formula
C13H16N2
CAS Number
113775-47-6
Unique Ingredient Identifier
67VB76HONO
Background

An agonist of receptors, adrenergic alpha-2 that is used in veterinary medicine for its analgesic and sedative properties. It is the racemate of dexmedetomidine.

Indication

Administered intravenously, dexmedetomidine is indicated for the sedation of initially intubated and mechanically ventilated patients during treatment in intensive care settings, and for the sedation of non-intubated patients prior to and/or during surgery and other procedures. It is also available as a buccally- or sublingually-administered dissolvable film...

Associated Conditions
Agitation, Alcohol Withdrawal Syndrome
Associated Therapies
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