Cardiac Emergencies
This drug is given for chest pain related to angina or suspected MI.
Nitroglycerin
This antihistamine treats mild to moderate allergic reactions.
Diphenhydramine
This condition occurs when blood sugar is too low.
Hypoglycemia
This medication relieves bronchospasm during an asthma attack.
Albuterol
This drug is used to stop seizures in the dental office.
Midazolam
This medication is chewed during a suspected heart attack unless contraindicated.
Aspirin
This is the first-line drug for anaphylaxis.
Epinephrine
This is given orally to a conscious hypoglycemic patient.
Oral glucose gel/powder/tablets
This class of drugs opens airways during asthma or COPD exacerbations.
Bronchodilators
This substance is used to revive a patient who has fainted.
Ammonia
This drug is used to treat slow heart rate (bradycardia).
Atropine
This corticosteroid is used for severe allergic reactions and adrenal crisis.
Hydrocortisone
This hormone is used when a hypoglycemic patient is unconscious.
Glucagon
This condition involves wheezing, shortness of breath, and chest tightness.
Asthma attack
This drug treats nausea and vomiting.
Metoclopramide
This medication may be used to treat ventricular arrhythmias.
Lidocaine (1% or 2%)
This steroid may be given as adjunct treatment for anaphylaxis.
Dexamethasone
This simple nutrient can treat mild hypoglycemia.
Carbohydrate
This medication may be used for severe asthma or adrenal insufficiency.
Hydrocortisone
This emergency drug is commonly used for opioid overdose.
Naloxone
This gas is administered during almost all dental medical emergencies.
Oxygen
This life-threatening condition causes airway swelling, hypotension, and rash.
Anaphylaxis
This drug is used for hypoglycemia caused by insulin overdose.
Glucose
This opioid antagonist reverses respiratory depression from overdose.
Naloxone
This condition causes a sudden temporary loss of consciousness.
Syncope