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Today we will review: clinical use, characteristics and mechanism of action, pharmacokinetics, physiologic effects, and side effects. By the end of this video you should feel more comfortable with the different ways dexmedetomidine may be used, how dexmedetomidine works, and what major side effects are associated with the drug. Disclaimer: This video is for educational purposes only. The practice of anesthesia and the administration of medications shown should only be performed by a trained medical professional.