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DRUG OF THE DAY > Flecainide > Flashcards

Flecainide Flashcards

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Drug Class

A

anti arrhythmic class 1C

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Common Indications

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supraventricular & ventricular arrhythmia

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Mechanism of Action

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marked sodium channel blockade so slows impulse conduction (phase 0) & decreases automaticity

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Adverse Effects

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CNS- drowsiness, dizziness, nausea & vomiting

increase ventricular response to SVT - flutter

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Contraindications

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other anti arrhythmic agents that compound negative inotropy

should be given with AV node blocker (beta) to prevent 1:1 AV conduction in AF/flutter

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Drug Interactions

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drugs that also prolong QT interval

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