AF Flashcards

1
Q

Rate control 1st line?

A

Beta blocker (not sotalol) or rate limittng calcium channel blocker (Diltiazem, verapamil)

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Rate control 2nd line?

A

Digoxin (If fairly immobile and non paroxsymal AF)

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3
Q

Rate control 3rd line?

A

Increase the doses of monotherapy

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4
Q

Rate control 4th line?

A

Combination of any of the 3:
Diltiazem, BB or digoxin

NB// Get advice if using BB+ Diltiazem due to risk bradycardia etc.

Refer to cardiologist within 4 weeks if combination not working

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