Amiodarone should be considered if beta-blockers and revascularization are insufficient to eliminate the arrhythmias. Lidocaine is as effective as amiodarone and should be preferred in patients with hypotension (amiodarone may aggravate hypotension and cause cardiogenic shock). Left ventricular dysfunction
▫ Hypotension – intravenous amiodarone can worsen hypotension. ▫ Surgery – notify Anaesthetist patient is receiving amiodarone, rare cases of adult acute.
Amiodarone overdose in swine. Is lipid emulsion effective in preventing amiodarone-related hypotension?Status: PendingCategory: Drugs-article.
hypotension and respiratory compromise . The optimal sequence for administering epinephrine and amiodarone Amiodarone Administration -
The second-line drug amiodarone was given to the patient for rate control. He developed severe hypotension related to amiodarone and required inotropic support along with rapid-sequence intubation. Conclusions: Intravenous amiodarone can cause severe and refractory hypotension.
Hypotension may occur when amiodarone hydrochloride is given by the intravenous route. In some cases, hypotension may be refractory
Renal impairment does not influence the pharmacokinetics of amiodarone. Fentanyl (CYP3A substrate) in combination with amiodarone may cause hypotension.
Amiodarone and metabolites damage lungs: Directly by cytotoxic Amiodarone Adverse Effects. Bradycardia; Hypotension with older
▫ Hypotension – intravenous amiodarone can worsen hypotension. ▫ Surgery – notify Anaesthetist patient is receiving amiodarone, rare cases of adult acute.
Great story, thanks!
(But did he pass on his infection to Emily through anal sex with the broken condom? :-)