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3rd Med => Cardiovascular Drug > Amiodarone > Flashcards

Amiodarone Flashcards

1
Q

what class does Amiodarone fall under

What is its mechanism of action

A

Anti-arrythmic

delayed repolarization of heart + Inc. Refractory period => treating abnormal heart rhythms

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what 4 conditions can Amiodarone treat

A

VF

AF

Wolff-Parkinsons White Syndrome

Ventricular tachycardia

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3
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What are 2 contraindications of taking Amiodarone

A

Thyroid Dysfunctions (contains similar ing. to Thyroxin)

Acute porphyria’s

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What 4 drugs interact with Amiodarone

A

Warfarin

Digoxin

Sildanafil

Simvastatin

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What are 2 side effects of Amiodarone

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Hyperthyroidism (similar ing. to thyroxin)

Arrhythmias

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