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Amiodarone – Arrhythmia Drugs Video
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Video at a Glance
- This video explains amiodarone as part of a series on drugs for ACLS.
- Amiodarone is an iodine-containing drug commonly used for treating tachyarrhythmias and cardiac arrest.
- Be careful because amiodarone can cause several unwanted side effects, including bradycardia, hypotension, and new arrhythmias. It can also damage the thyroid gland, liver, eyes, and lungs.
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