High-Alert Medication Classes

High Alert Medication Classes

■ Adrenergic agonists/antagonists ■ Anesthetic agents ■ Cardioplegic solutions ■ Chemotherapeutic agents ■ Dextrose solutions >20% ■ Dialysis solutions ■ Epidural/intrathecal meds ■ Glycoprotein IIb and IIIa inhibitors ■ Hypoglycemic agents (oral) ■ Inotropic meds ■ Liposomal forms of drugs ■ Moderate sedatives ■ Narcotics and opiates ■ Neuromuscular blocking agents ■ Radiocontrast agents ■ Thrombolytics and fibrinolytics ■ TPN solutions