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Diltiazem Flashcards

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Calcium Channel Blocker, Calcium Antagonist

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Brand Name

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Cardizem

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Mechanism of Action

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Slows the RVR associated with atrial fib and atrial flutter, Inhibits calcium ion influx across cell membranes during cardiac depolarization

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Indications and Field Use

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RVR associated with a fib and a flutter, and for SVT refractory to adenosine.

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Contraindications

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Hypotension, Acute MI, Cardiogenic Shock, Wide complex tachycardia, heart blocks, WPW, SSS, Beta Blocker use (only IV)

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Adult Dosage

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.25mg/kg IVP (usually 20mg) administered over 2 min, if no response MR in 15min .35mg/kg IV over 2 minutes

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