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The onset of action for Demerol (meperidine) typically occurs within 10 to 15 minutes when administered intravenously, and approximately 30 to 60 minutes when given intramuscularly. The peak effects usually occur within 1 to 2 hours after administration. Demerol is an opioid analgesic used for the relief of moderate to severe pain.
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Does Demerol have a longer duration than morphine?
The elimination half-life is the indicator of duration of action. The number for morphine is about 2 hours. The number for Demerol is 3 to 6 hours. Demerol has a longer duration of action than morphine.
What is difference between site of action and onset of action?
site of action is the location (site) where the drug do there action ........ while onset of action is the starting of effects produced due to drug............... both are clearly different..........
What is the medical term meaning action which delays the onset of a disease?
Prophylaxis or primary prevention mean action delaying onset of disease.
What is the onset of action for Xanax?
30-90 minutes.
Onset of action of hydrocortisone Injection?
30 to 60minutes
What is the onset of action for SSRIs?
The onset of action for SSRIs (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors) typically ranges from 1 to 4 weeks before noticeable improvement in symptoms is observed.
What type of injection has the quickest onset of action?
An intravenous injection.
What route of administration has the quickest onset of action?
Intravenous
Which routes of administration produces the quickest onset of action of Promethazine?
IV
Which class of diuretic has the most rapid onset of action?
Loop diuretics have the quickest onset of action. They are called loop diuretics because they act in the loop of henle in the kidneys. The main loop diuretics are: Furosemide, Bumetanide and Torasemide
Why do some barbiturates like phenobarbital have short duration of action and short onset of action?
Because they are quickly metabolized by the liver.
What class narcotic is Demerol?
Demerol is an opiate. I could be wrong but I believe that demerol is a schedule II narcotic.
