Amiodarone Flashcards

1
Q

Amiodarone
Indications
(2)

A
  • cardiac arrest (if refractory to 3 DCCS)
  • sustained conscious VT (haemodynamically stable)
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2
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Amiodarone
Contraindications
(1)

A
  • tricyclic antidepressant overdose
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3
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Amiodarone
Precautions
(1)

A

nil

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4
Q

Amiodarone
Presentation

A

ampoule, 150mg/3mL

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5
Q

Amiodarone
Onset

A

5 mins

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6
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Amiodarone
Duration

A

30 minutes

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7
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Amiodarone
Cardiac Arrest
IV
Adult Dose

A

300mg (slow over 1-2mins)
rpt. once at 150mg (5 DCCS)
max dose 450mg

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