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Nitroprusside Dosing Calculator
Live IV infusion rate with cyanide toxicity safety alerts
Standard Concentration: 50 mg / 250 mL = 200 mcg/mL
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mL/hr
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Clinical Notes
Indications: Hypertensive emergency, aortic dissection, acute severe AR or MR perioperatively
Monitoring: Intra-arterial BP monitoring required; continuous ECG
Light sensitivity: Wrap infusion bag in foil; change bag if discolored (bluish tint)
Cyanide risk: Doses >3 mcg/kg/min for >72h OR cumulative >3 mg/kg total → significant cyanide toxicity risk
Thiocyanate: Risk increased with renal impairment + prolonged use; monitor thiocyanate levels if >72h
⚠ For educational/reference use only. Requires ICU-level monitoring. Verify with clinical pharmacist.
