Diltiazem (Cardizem) Flashcards
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Pharm. and Actions
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A calcium channel blocker that inhabits calcium ion influx across cardiac and smooth muscle cells, decreasing myocardium contractility and oxygen demand
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Indications
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Rapid A-Fib or A-Flutter
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Contraindications
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Sick sinus syndrome or 2nd or 3rd degree AV block in the absence of an artificial pacemaker; Systolic BP below 90; WPW or patients with ventricular tachycardia
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Administration
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0.25 mg/kg slow IV. if no response 0.35 mg/kg IV after 15 minutes
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Side Effects and Special Notes
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Headache, dizziness; Arrhythmias, bradycardias, heart failure, AV blocks, abnormal ECG; Hypotension, flushing; Nausea, constipation, abdominal discomfort
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Class
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