Other antiarrhythmics Flashcards

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Adenosine

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K+ out of cells
Hyperpolarizes cells and decreases Ica
Drug of chose for dx and abolishing SVT

Toxicity: flushing, hypotension, chest pain.

Effect blocked by theophylline and caffeine

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Mg2+

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Effective in torsades de pointes and

digoxin toxicity.

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