Bretylium Tosylate

Question 0

Indications and field use of Bretylium Tosylate

Answer 0

Cardiac arrest in hypothermia
VFib Pulseless vtach
Lidocaine allergy

Question 1

Mechanism of action off Bretylium Tosylate

Answer 1

Elevates VFib threshold
Decreases re-entry by decreasing refractory time
Prolongs action potential and refractory period
Suppresses PVC’s and ventricular arrhythmias

Question 2

Contraindications of Bretylium Tosylate

Answer 2

None when used to treat life threatening arrhythmias

Question 3

Adverse reactions of Bretylium Tosylate in CV

Answer 3

Hypertension occur initially, hypotension after administered
Angina, bradydysrhythmias

Question 4

Adverse reactions of Bretylium Tosylate in GI

Answer 4

Nausea, vomiting, after rapid IV administration

Question 5

Routes of administration for Bretylium Tosylate

Answer 5

IV bolus, followed by IV infusion

Question 6

Brand name of Bretylium Tosylate

Answer 6

Bretylol