NITROPRUSSIDE SODIUM (NIPRIDE, NITROPRESS)
Nitroprusside sodium (Nipride, Nitropress); Vasodilator; Inj: 25 mg/mL, 50 mg/mL ; 0.5-10 mcg/kg/min continuous IV infusion, titrate to desired effect
Monitor cyanide and thiocyanate levels if therapy is prolonged (>24 hours) or if renal function is impaired.
Monitor cyanide and thiocyanate levels if therapy is prolonged (>24 hours) or if renal function is impaired.