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Classification |
Anti-arrythmic 1B |
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Mechanism of action |
Reduces velocity of electrical impulses by blocking Na channels of the heart cell thus reducing automaticity and excitability of the conduction system |
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Indications |
Vfib/vtach Stable Vtach w/ pulse Wide complex tachycardia |
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Contraindications |
Hypersensitivity |
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Dose |
-VFib/Vtach 1mg/kg, 2nd dose 0.5mg/kg q 10min max 3mg/kg -Vtach w/ pulse 1mg/kg bolus 2nd 0.5mg/kg q 10min max 3mg/kg Infusion 1-4mg/min |
