Amiodarone Flashcards
(5 cards)
1
Q
what class does Amiodarone fall under
What is its mechanism of action
A
Anti-arrythmic
delayed repolarization of heart + Inc. Refractory period => treating abnormal heart rhythms
2
Q
what 4 conditions can Amiodarone treat
A
VF
AF
Wolff-Parkinsons White Syndrome
Ventricular tachycardia
3
Q
What are 2 contraindications of taking Amiodarone
A
Thyroid Dysfunctions (contains similar ing. to Thyroxin)
Acute porphyria’s
4
Q
What 4 drugs interact with Amiodarone
A
Warfarin
Digoxin
Sildanafil
Simvastatin
5
Q
What are 2 side effects of Amiodarone
A
Hyperthyroidism (similar ing. to thyroxin)
Arrhythmias
