Diltiazem (Cardizem) Flashcards

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Class

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Calcium channel blocker

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Actions (2)

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  • Slows SA/AV node conduction times by inhibiting calcium influx during cardiac depolarization
  • Coronary and peripheral vasodilation
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Indications (3)

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  • PSVT
  • Afib or flutter with RVR
  • Angina due to coronary spasm
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Contraindications (6)

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  • SSS, 2nd/3rd degree heart block except with a functioning pacemaker
  • Hypersensitivity
  • Cardiogenic shock
  • VT
  • WCT or unknown origin
  • Afib or flutter associated with WPW or a short PR syndrome
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Side Effects (5)

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  • Heart blocks
  • CHF
  • Hypotension
  • HA
  • Ventricular dysrhytmias
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