what heart rate do you push adenosine
Use of dipyridamole in the last 24 hours or use of xanthines (aminophylline or caffeine) in the last 12 hours. Adenosine Dose. (See chart on next page): Adenosine is given as a continuous infusion at a rate of 140 ug/kg/min over a 4 minute period. Maximum dose 60 mg. Radiotracer infusion between 2 minutes after the start of the adenosine infusion. Adenosine dose is given under the direction of the stress test physician.