Amiodarone Flashcards

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Amiodarone Drug Class

A

Antiarrhythmic

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Amiodarone Action

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  • Slows the sinus rate and increases the refractory period of the AV node
  • Decreased peripheral vascular resistance
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Amiodarone Adverse Effects

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  • Hypotension
  • Bradycardia
  • Dysrhythmias
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4
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Amiodarone Contraindications

A

Torsades De Pointes

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Amiodarone Preparation

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150mg in 3mL

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Amiodarone Use

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  • Cardiac Arrest

- Tachycardia

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