A neonate is suffering from apnea. Which of the following medications may be administered as a respiratory stimulant?
A) Caffeine and methylphenidate
B) Caffeine and Mefoxitin
C) Caffeine and sodium benzoate
D) Caffeine and sodium bicarbonate
C
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The combination of caffeine and sodium benzoate is occasionally used as a respiratory stimulant in neonates. Caffeine is not mixed with methylphenidate. Caffeine is not mixed with Mefoxitin. Caffeine is not mixed with sodium bicarbonate for this indication.
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