Adjunct to analgesics for postoperative pain. IV with meperidine or other narcotics in special surgical procedures as bronchoscopy, ophthalmic surgery, or in poor-risk clients. Children up to 2 years of age. SC or intra-arterial use due to tissue necrosis and gangrene. Use in children may cause paradoxical hyperexcitability and nightmares.
Geriatric clients are more likely to experience confusion, dizziness, hypotension, and sedation.
IM, IV Hypersensitivity reactions. 12.5 mg or less, not to exceed half the adult dose. Resume PO therapy as soon as possible. If used postoperatively, reduce doses of concomitant hypnotics, analgesics, or barbiturates. Do not use when the cause of vomiting is unknown.