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Revision as of 15:01, 7 July 2022
1. Depresses conduction through the AV node.
2. In paroxysmal SVT it can interrupt re-entry circuits involving AV nodes and restore normal sinus rhythm.
3. Indication: SVT.
SE
4. CVS: facial flushing, headache, hypotension, transient asystole.
5. Respiratory: dyspnoea, hyperventilation.
6. CNS: giddiness, blurring of vision.
7. GIT: metallic taste, tightness in the throat.
DOSAGE
8. 3mg - 6mg - 12mg boluses up to 2min apart.
