Amiodarone Flashcards
1
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Class
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Antidysrhythmic
2
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Mechanism of Action
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Blocks Na+ channels & myocardial K+ channels, delays repolarization and increases duration of at ion potential
3
Q
Indications
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V-fib, pulseless V-tach, unstable V-tach
4
Q
Contraindications
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Hypersensitivity to amio or iodine, cardiogenic shock, sinus bradycardia, 2nd or 3rd degree AV block (if no pacemaker present), severe sinus node dysfunction
5
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Adverse Reactions
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adult respiratory distress syndrome, pulmonary edema, progressive dyspnea, CHF, bradycardia, hypotension, prolonged QT interval,
6
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Drug Interactions
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Digitalis toxicity,
