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Pharmacodynamics
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1. Dilates coronary arteries
2. decreases SA/ AV node conduction |
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Pharmacokinetics
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1. metabolized in the liver
2. excreted in the urine |
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indications
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1. dysrhythmisas
2. atrial fibrillation 3. atrial flutter 4. SVT 5. Hypertenstion |
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contraindications
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1. hypotension
2. sick sinus syndrome 3. high degree heart blocks 4. Acute MI |
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Side effects
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1. postural hypotension
2. headache 3. bradycardia 4. dizziness 5. nausea 6. weakness |
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precautions
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1. caution with hypotension
2. pregnancy 3. renal disease 4. liver disease |
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ditiazem trade name
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cardizem
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Diltiazem dosage
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.25 mg/kg SIVP over 2 minutes
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Verapamil Trade name
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Isoptin
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Verapamil Adult dosage
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5-10 mg SIVP over 2 minutes
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Verapimil Pediatric Dosage
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0.1-0.3 mg/ kg SIVP over 2 minutes
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Nifedipine Trade name
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Procardia
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Nifedipine Dosage
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10 mg tablet po tid q 4-6 hours
increment by 10 mg per dose prn |
