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What is Precedex? Precedex is used in adults to start or maintain sedation in people who are on a machine that helps with breathing (ventilator) in the intensive care unit (ICU). Precedex is used in adults for sedation before and during surgery or a medical procedure.
You must check to make sure that it is safe for you to take Precedex (dexmedetomidine) with all of your drugs and health problems. Do not start, stop, or change the dose of any drug without checking with your doctor.
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PRECEDEX is indicated for sedation of initially intubated and mechanically ventilated adult patients during treatment in an intensive care setting. PRECEDEX should be administered by continuous infusion not to exceed 24 hours.
PRECEDEX dosing should be individualized and titrated to desired clinical response. PRECEDEX is not indicated for infusions lasting longer than 24 hours. PRECEDEX should be administered using a controlled infusion device. For adult patients: a loading infusion of one mcg/kg over 10 minutes.
PRECEDEX is indicated for short-term intravenous sedation. Dosage must be individualized and titrated to the desired clinical effect. Blood pressure, heart rate and oxygen levels will be monitored ... ...
PRECEDEX is indicated for sedation of initially intubated and mechanically ventilated adult patients during treatment in an intensive care setting. PRECEDEX should be administered by continuous infusion not to exceed 24 hours.