Cardiotropic Agents - HCN Blockers Flashcards

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Cardiotropic Agents - HCN Blockers

Drug Name

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Ivabradine

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HCN Blockers

Action

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Blocks HCN channels to slow the SA node in the repolarizing phase of AP

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Cardiotropic Agents - HCN Blockers

Indication

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Short-term HF

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Cardiotropic Agents - HCN Blockers

Contraindications

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Allergy
Chronic HF
Hypotension
<60 bpm
Pacemaker-dependent AF
Heart block
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Cardiotropic Agents - HCN Blockers

Adverse Effects

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bradycardia
HTN
AF
luminous phenomena - bright lights, multiple images

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Cardiotropic Agents - HCN Blockers

Specific Nursing Considerations

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Monitor HR, BP, I&O, weight daily

Safety if visual issues occur

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Cardiotropic Agents - HCN Blockers

DDI

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CYP3A4 inhibitors

Negative chronotropic drugs

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