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What is the trade name for Clevidipine?

  • Antihypertensive
  • Hypertensive Emergency
  • Calcium Channel Blocker
  • Cleviprex (correct)

What class of medication does Clevidipine belong to?

Antihypertensive

The action of Clevidipine is as a ______.

Calcium channel blocker

What are the indications for using Clevidipine?

<p>Hypertensive emergencies</p> Signup and view all the answers

The onset of Clevidipine is ______ minutes.

<p>2-4</p> Signup and view all the answers

The duration of Clevidipine's effect is ______ minutes.

<p>5-15</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following are adverse effects of Clevidipine? (Select all that apply)

<p>Tachycardia (A), Fever (C), Atrial fibrillation (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a contraindication for using Clevidipine?

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Study Notes

Clevipine Overview

  • Trade name for clevidipine is Cleviprex.
  • Classified as an antihypertensive medication.

Mechanism of Action

  • Functions as a calcium channel blocker.
  • Effectively decreases systemic vascular resistance.

Clinical Uses

  • Primarily indicated for the treatment of hypertensive emergencies.

Pharmacokinetics

  • Rapid onset of action between 2-4 minutes.
  • Short duration of effect lasting 5-15 minutes.

Adverse Effects

  • Common side effects include tachycardia and atrial fibrillation.
  • Other notable side effects are fever and nausea.

Contraindications

  • Use is contraindicated in individuals with allergies to soy or eggs.

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