Amiodarone (Cordarone) Flashcards

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Pharm. and Actions

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Antiarrhythmic; Prolongation of the myocardial cell action-potential duration and refactory period; Noncompetitive alpha- and beta-adrenergic inhibition; Blocks sodium channels, and, to some extent, the calcium channels.

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Indications

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Refractory sustained V-Fib/ pulseless V-tach

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Contraindications

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None when given in the cardiac arrest setting

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Administration

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300 mg rapid IV push followed by 10cc NS flush, 2nd dose 150mg

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Side effects and Special Notes

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Hypotension; Bradycardia; Congestive Heart failure; AV block; Do not shake vials, will cause foaming of medication

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Class

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