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Class:
Calcium channel blocker
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Action:
- Slows SA and AV node conduction
- Causes coronary and peripheral vasodilation
- Decreases myocardial oxygen demand and contractility
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Indications:
Rapid ventricular rates associated with atrial fibrillation and flutterPSVT
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Contra-Indications:
- Hypotension
- 2nd and 3rd degree AV block
- Wider complex tachycardia
- Cardiogenic shock
- Hypersensitivity
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Precautions:
- Hypotension
- Should not be used in pts. on intravenous Beta blockers
- Keep drug refrigerated
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Side Effects:
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Hypotension
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Chest pain
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Dosage:
Route:
- 0.25 mg/kg IV bolus
- Maintenance dose 5-15 mg / hr
IV,IV drips
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