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Verapamil Flashcards

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Drug Class

A

Phenylalkylamine

Class IV anti arrhythmic agent

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Common Indications

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arrhythmia (esp supraventricular tachycardia)
angina
hypertension

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Mechanism of Action

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prolongs AP/RRP in AV (CCB)

can be given oral or IV

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Adverse Effects

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constipation
bradycardia (IV)
heart block
cardiac failure

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Contraindications

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AV nodal conduction delay

poor LV function - caution

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Drug Interactions

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B blockers - cardiologist use only (can cause asystole)

other anti hypertensive/anti arrhythmic agents

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