The Effects of Aspirin: Aspirin (ASA) blocks the formation of thromboxane A2, thereby inhibiting the sticking together of platelets and reducing clot formation. Using aspirin for myocardial infarctions helps to reduce death and the probability of reinfarction and stroke. Aspirin Indications for Use: Aspirin is indicated in the presence of signs and symptoms of acute […]
Category: ACLS Pharmacology
Amiodarone Pharmacology
The Effects of Amiodarone: Amiodarone can prolong AV conduction, the AV refractory period, and QRS and QT intervals—ultimately slowing the heart rate. Amiodarone is a well known multi channel blocker, because it blocks sodium, potassium, and calcium channels and is an alpha and beta blocker. Amiodarone Indications for Use: Amiodarone is an antiarrhythmic drug. It […]
Adenosine Pharmacology
The Effects of Adenosine: Adenosine is effective in terminating narrow complex SVT due to reentry involving AV node or sinus node. It is used for unstable narrow-complex reentry tachycardia. Adenosine should be given while preparing to cardiovert. Adenosine does not convert atrial fibrillation, atrial flutter, or ventricular tachycardia. Adenosine Indications for Use: Adenosine is indicated […]