Definition
- Mechanism of Action — Unclear (thought to be due to an anti-sympathethic and calcium blocking action)
- Effects — antiarrhythmogenic
- Time to onset — within the hour of IV administration
- Major adverse effects — hypotension and bradycardia (which both can be prevented by slowing down the rate of the infusion).
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Keyword history
49%/2010
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Sources
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McGlinch, BP. Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation. Basic and Advanced Life Support. Chapter 91. In: Miller Anesthesia. 7th edition.
