Verapamil HCl Flashcards
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Class
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Calcium Channel Blocker
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Brand Name
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Isoptin, Calan, Verelan
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Mechanism of Action
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Negative inotrope, reduces contractile tone in vascular smooth muscle resulting in coronary and peripheral vasodilation, slows SA node discharge
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Indications and Field Use
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2nd line therapy for Supraventricular Tachycardia
1st line therapy for Atrial Fib, Atrial Flutter with RVR
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Contraindication
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AV block, SSS, any wide QRS complex tachycardia
Shock
Severe CHF
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Adverse Reactions
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Extreme bradycardia, asystole, hypotension, CHF
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Adult dosage
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2.5mg-5.0mg IVP over 2-3 min MR in 15-30 min with 5-10mg IVP max dose of 20mg
