Amiodarone

Question 1

Presentation of Amiodarone

Answer 1

150mg in 3ml amploule

Question 2

Pharmacology of Amiodarone

Answer 2

Class III anti-arrhythmic agent

Question 3

Metabolism of Amiodarone

Answer 3

By the liver

Question 4

Amiodarone Indications

Answer 4

VF/pulseless VT refractory to cardioversion

Sustained or recurrent VT

Question 5

Amiodarone Contraindications

Answer 5

VF/pulseless VT refractory to cardioversion
- nil of significance

VT

• Inadequate perfusion and deteriorating rapidly
• Pregnancy

Tricyclic antidepressant medication OD

Question 6

Amiodarone Precautions

Answer 6

Following Fentanyl administration

Question 7

Route of Administration of Amiodarone

Answer 7

IV

Question 8

Side Effects of Amiodarone

Answer 8

Hypotension

Bradycardia

Question 9

Effects of Amiodarone

Answer 9

IV (bolus)
Onset: 2min
Peak: 20min
Duration: 120min

Question 10

Amiodarone Special Notes

Answer 10

Amiodarone is incompatible with saline. Glucose 5% must be used as dilutent when administered to the conscious pt