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What's the mechanism of action?
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Rapid acting cardiac glycoside with direct and indirect effects that increase force of myocardial contractions, increase refractory period of AV node, and increase total peripheral resistance.
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whats the dosage for adults and pediatrics?
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Adults - 10-15 mg/kg. peds - not recommended in prehospital setting.
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What are the indications?
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CHF, re-entry SVT (A-Flutter, A-FIB)
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What are the contraindications?
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V-FIB, V-TACH, digitalis toxicity, hypersensitivity to drug.
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What are the side effects?
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Headache, weakness, blurred yellow or green vision, confusion, seizures, arrhythmias, nausea, vomiting, and skin rash.
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What's the classification?
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Inotropic agent
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Whats the duration of action?
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Onset IV- 5-30 mins; Peak effect- 30-120 mins; Duration- several days
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