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what is b52 drug

by Vicenta Purdy PhD Published 4 years ago Updated 2 years ago

Anecdotally, one common practice within EDs is to administer a drug cocktail known as a B52. Traditionally it was named for “B”enadryl, “5” mg haloperidol and “2” mg of lorazepam, but has evolved to consist of 50mg of an anticholinergic, either haloperidol or droperidol, plus 2 mg of a benzodiazepine.

What is B-52 injection used for?

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Why is it called a B-52 injection?

Fich named all of his new drinks after favourite bands, albums and songs, and he named the drink after the band of the same name, not directly after the US B-52 Stratofortress bomber after which the band was named.

How is a B-52 given?

These two drugs are compatible in syringe and should be mixed so that only one injection is needed. Many providers at my institution add 50 mg of diphenhydramine to the syringe, and call the combination a “B-52” for Benadryl + 5 mg haloperidol + 2 mg lorazepam.09-May-2016

What is B-52 sedation?

B-52 Chemical Sedation Cocktail in Severe Agitation Ingredients: • Benadryl 50 mg (Diphenhydramine) + • 5 mg Haldol (Haloperidol) + • 2 mg Ativan (Lorazepam) For use with caution in patients who are violently agitated or psychotic.22-Aug-2020

What is B-52 hospital?

Intramuscular B52. ... Across several training sites, we are often taught to order intramuscular (IM) haloperidol with IM lorazepam with IM diphenhydramine. This recommendation is so common that it even has its own name: B52 or Benadryl (diphenhydramine), haloperidol 5 mg, and lorazepam 2 mg.20-May-2021

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