Don’t Be Surprised to See Some Injectables Used Intranasally

November 2022

Can injectable meds be given intranasally?

Sometimes...such as when a certain med is needed ASAP, the patient doesn’t have IV access, and they’ll likely only need 1 dose.

Be familiar with injectables that can be administered by the intranasal route...including fentanyl, ketamine, and midazolam.

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Table of Contents

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Anticoagulants Take Steps to Keep Patients on Warfarin Safe
Hyponatremia Ensure Safety With Hyponatremia Treatments
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