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10 Cards in this Set
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Class
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Endogenous nucleoside
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Mechanism of Action
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depresses AV node and sinus node activity and interferes with reentrant pathways, as well as accessory bypass tracts, that cause SVT
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Onset / duration
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20-30 seconds / 2-10 seconds
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Indications
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SVT
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Contraindications
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Atrial flutter or atrial fibrillation with history WPW
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Precautions
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asystole, sinus bradycardia, and ventricular ectopy are not uncommon
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Side Effects
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Apprehension, dizziness, shortness of breath, chest pain, and facial flushing
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Interactions
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theophylline, caffeine, carbamazepine, and dipyridamole
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Dosage
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6 mg, repeat in 1-2 minutes with 12 mg, one more time
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How Supplied
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6 mg or 12 mg prefill
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