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| U.S. Brand
Names |
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| Lavacol®[OTC] |
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| Generic
Available |
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Yes |
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| Synonyms |
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Ethanol |
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| Pharmacological Index |
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Antidote; Pharmaceutical Aid |
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| Use |
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Topical anti-infective; pharmaceutical aid; an antidote for ethylene glycol
overdose; an antidote for methanol overdose |
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| Pregnancy Risk
Factor |
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D (X if used for prolonged periods or in high doses at
term) |
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| Usual Dosage |
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I.V.: Doses of 100-125 mg/kg/hour to maintain blood levels of 100 mg/dL are
recommended after a loading dose of 0.6 g/kg; maximum dose: 400 mL of a 5%
solution within 1 hour
Topical: Use as needed |
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| Administration |
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Caution must be taken to avoid extravasation; administer only by slow I.V.
infusion |
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| Dosage Forms |
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Injection, absolute: 2 mL
Liquid, topical, denatured: 70% (473 mL)
Solution, inhalation: 20%, 40%
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