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Qual classe pertenece diltiazem (Cardizem)?

  • Ca channel blocker (correct)
  • Beta blocker
  • Diuretic
  • ACE inhibitor
  • Qual es el mecanismo de acción de diltiazem (Cardizem)?

    • Bloquear la inflow de iones de Ca en el músculo cardíaco
    • Vasodilatador A y V
      • precarga y postcarga
      • demanda de O2 miocárdico

    Quais son las indicaciones para diltiazem (Cardizem)?

    A-fib/flutter con tasas ventriculares rápidas

    Quais son las contraindicaciones para diltiazem (Cardizem)?

    <p>Taquicardia de complejo ancho, síndrome del seno enfermo, shock cardiogénico</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Quais son algumas reacciones adversas de diltiazem (Cardizem)?

    <p>Hipotensión</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Quais son las interacciones medicamentosas de diltiazem (Cardizem)?

    <p>Digoxina, beta bloqueadores</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Qual es la dosis recomendada para diltiazem (Cardizem) en adultos?

    <p>0.25 mg/kg IV (dosis promedio 20 mg) en dos (2) minutos. Puede repetir en 15 minutos.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Es diltiazem (Cardizem) recomendado en pacientes pediátricos?

    <p>No recomendado.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Qual es el inicio y duración de diltiazem (Cardizem)?

    <p>Inicio: 2-5 minutos. Efecto pico: variable. Duración: 1-3 horas.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Quais son algunas consideraciones especiales para diltiazem (Cardizem)?

    <p>Seguridad en el embarazo: categoría C. Usar con precaución en pacientes con disfunción renal o hepática.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Diltiazem (Cardizem) Overview

    • Diltiazem class: Calcium channel blocker, used to manage cardiovascular conditions.

    Mechanism of Action

    • Blocks calcium ion influx into cardiac muscle, reducing contractility.
    • Acts as both atrial and ventricular vasodilator.
    • Increases preload and afterload, while decreasing myocardial oxygen demand.

    Indications

    • Primarily indicated for atrial fibrillation or flutter with rapid ventricular rates.

    Contraindications

    • Not recommended in patients with wide-complex tachycardia.
    • Avoid in individuals with sick sinus syndrome.
    • Contraindicated during cardiogenic shock.

    Adverse Reactions

    • Common side effects include flushing and headache.
    • May cause bradycardia and hypotension in some patients.

    Drug Interactions

    • Careful use with digoxin, as it can increase the risk of toxicity.
    • Interaction potential exists with beta blockers, requiring monitoring.

    Dosage for Adults

    • Initial IV dose: 0.25 mg/kg (average 20 mg) administered over two minutes.
    • May repeat bolus after 15 minutes if needed.
    • Alternative dosing of 0.35 mg/kg IV also available, given over two minutes.

    Dosage for Pediatrics

    • Diltiazem use in pediatric populations is not recommended.

    Duration of Action

    • Onset of action occurs within 2-5 minutes.
    • Peak effects are variable, with overall duration lasting 1-3 hours.

    Special Considerations

    • Classified as pregnancy safety category C, indicating potential risks.
    • Use cautiously in patients with pre-existing renal or hepatic dysfunction.

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    Este quiz aborda diltiazem (Cardizem), un medicamento utilizado como bloqueador de canales de calcio. Aspera tópicos como su mecanismo de acción, indicaciones y contraindicaciones, proporcionando un marco útil para estudiantes de farmacología.

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