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Diltiazem/Cardizem
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Class:
Calcium channel blocker
Action:
Slows SA and AV node conduction
Causes coronary and peripheral vasodilation
Decreases myocardial oxygen demand and contractility
Indications:
Rapid ventricular rates associated with atrial fibrillation and flutterPSVT
Contra-Indications:
Hypotension
2nd and 3rd degree AV block
Wider complex tachycardia
Cardiogenic shock
Hypersensitivity
Precautions:
Hypotension
Should not be used in pts. on intravenous Beta blockers
Keep drug refrigerated
Side Effects:
Nausea
Vomiting
Hypotension
Dizziness
Headache
Chest pain
Dosage:
Route:
0.25 mg/kg IV bolus
Maintenance dose 5-15 mg / hr
IV,IV drips
Author
busdriverre
ID
3650
Card Set
Diltiazem/Cardizem
Description
Diltiazem info
Updated
2010-01-02T20:45:39Z
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