Pharm 101: Verapamil
ACEM Primary Pharmacology of Verapamil: the Pharmacokinetics; Pharmacodynamics; Clinical uses; Adverse effects
Tag Calcium-channel blocker
Calcium channel blocker toxicity
Calcium channel blockers are not all born the same. Some produce severe cardiotoxic effects which in the past has caused significant mortality and others cause severe peripheral vasodilatation
Verapamil overdose
Verapamil overdose is potentially lethal. Test yourself on how to manage this clinical scenario, including the use of high-dose insulin euglycemic therapy.
Two pills can kill
A small child has swallowed two unknown tablets. How would you manage this problem in the emergency department?
Beta-blocker and Calcium-channel blocker toxicity
A review of the ECG changes seen in beta-blocker and calcium-channel blocker poisonings, including propranolol and sotalol, with example ECGs.