Pressor Use in the OR

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Wed, 09/09/2020 - 17:11

Jennifer Matias

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Pressor Use in the OR

Hi All,

Any suggestions on how to differentiate EPINEPHrine, Phenylephrine, and EPHEDrine vials in the OR?

We try to use pre-made, ready-to-use syringes from a 503b when possible, but due to supply issues, anesthesia still would like to have these items supplied as VIALS in the OR "just in case." We have Anesthesia PYXIS machines and try to leverage mini-drawers when possible, but some of our larger facilities that do more complex surgeries need those mini-drawers for controlled substance medications.

Would welcome all input!

-Jennifer

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