Trade – Cardene Class – Calcium Channel blocker MOA – Blocks calcium movement into the smooth muscle of the blood vessel walls, causing vasodilation. Indication – Angina, HTN Contraindication – Aortic stenosis, hypotension, use caution in heart failure, cardiac conduction abnormalities, Cerebrovascular disease, depressed AV node conduction. Side effects – Edema, headaches, flushing, sinus tachycardia, hypotension Dosages : Adult: 5mg/hr IV/IO Pedi: 0.5 – 5 mcg/kg/min Rss Apple Podcaster →
