Dexmedetomidine hydrochloride as a long-term sedative

Takayuki KunisawaSurgical Operation Department, Asahikawa Medical University Hospital, Asahikawa, Hokkaido, JapanAbstract: Dexmedetomidine undoubtedly is a useful sedative in the intensive care setting because it has a minimal effect on the respiratory system. Dexmedetomidine infusions lasting more...

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Main Author: Kunisawa T
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Dove Medical Press 2011-07-01
Series:Therapeutics and Clinical Risk Management
Online Access:http://www.dovepress.com/dexmedetomidine-hydrochloride-as-a-long-term-sedative-a7845