CRITICAL CARE PHARMACOLOGY
ICU Drug Reference Sheets
Printable bedside dosing guidelines, infusion velocities, and critical warnings.
CareCalculus Bedside Drug Guideline Matrix
Printed 2026 — Verified ICU Reference
| Drug Name | Indication | Dosing Range | Concentration | Critical Alerts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Norepinephrine | Refractory hypotension, shock | 0.01 - 3 mcg/kg/min | 4 mg / 250 mL D5W or NS | Must be infused via a central venous catheter. Protect from extravasation risk. |
| Amiodarone | Pulseless VT/VF, Afib conversion | 150 mg bolus over 10 min, then 1 mg/min | 450 mg / 250 mL D5W | Requires inline filter. Avoid PVC tubing for maintenance infusion. |
| Propofol | ICU sedation, mechanical ventilation | 5 - 80 mcg/kg/min | 1000 mg / 100 mL (10 mg/mL) | Monitor triglycerides and BP. Change tubing every 12 hours. |
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