Cardizem Flashcards
1
Q
Class
A
Calcium Channel Blocker
2
Q
Mechanism of Action
A
Blocks influx of calcium ions into cardiac muscle
Prevents spasm of coronary arteries
Aterial and venous vasodilator
Reduces preload and afterload
Reduces myocardial oxygen demand
3
Q
Indications
A
Atrial flutter
Atrial fibrillation
PSVT
4
Q
Contraindications
A
Hypotension
Sick Sinus Syndrome
Second or Third Degree heart block
Cardiogenic Shock
Wide-Complex Tachycardias
5
Q
Adult Dose
A
0.25 mg/kg IV over 2 minutes
0.35 mg/kg if first dose ineffective over 2 minutes
6
Q
Pediatric Dose
A
Not recommended
7
Q
Maintenance Infusion
A
5 - 15 mg / hour
8
Q
Pregnancy Category
A
C
