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Sodium Nitroprusside

Matthew R. Holme  1 , Tariq Sharman  2
In: StatPearls [Internet]. Treasure Island (FL): StatPearls Publishing; 2025 Jan.
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Sodium Nitroprusside

Matthew R. Holme et al.
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Sodium nitroprusside is a medication used in the management of acute hypertension. It is a potent vasodilator and is administered as an IV infusion with intensive monitoring in place. This activity reviews the major indications, action, contraindications, and toxicity of sodium nitroprusside. This activity will also highlight the mechanism of action, adverse event profile, and other key factors (e.g., off-label uses, dosing, pharmacodynamics, pharmacokinetics, monitoring) pertinent for the interprofessional healthcare team members in the management of patients with acute hypertensive crises and related conditions.

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Disclosure: Matthew Holme declares no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies.

Disclosure: Tariq Sharman declares no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies.

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