Amiodarone

Overview

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Credits

1.00

Post Assessment Questions

6

Start Date

1 Sep 2023

Last Review Date

12 Nov 2023

Expiration Date

31 Aug 2026

Estimated Time To Finish

60 Minutes


 
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Activity Description

Amiodarone is a frequently prescribed anti-arrhythmic medication. Amiodarone is approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) specifically for the treatment of life-threatening ventricular arrhythmias. However, this drug is also widely used off-label to treat supraventricular tachyarrhythmias, such as atrial fibrillation, and to prevent ventricular tachyarrhythmias in high-risk patients. This activity comprehensively reviews amiodarone's indications, mechanisms of action, contraindications, and adverse events profile in the clinical setting. These insights are crucial for the collaborative efforts of an interprofessional healthcare team responsible for caring for patients with arrhythmia.


Target Audience

This activity has been designed to meet the educational needs of physicians, physician associates, nurses, pharmacists, and nurse practitioners.

Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of this activity, the learner will be better able to:

  • Differentiate between the FDA-approved indications and off-label uses of amiodarone, understanding its potential roles in treating life-threatening ventricular arrhythmias.

  • Implement appropriate dosing strategies for amiodarone as per specific arrhythmia scenarios, including both oral and intravenous routes.

  • Select alternative treatment options for arrhythmias when amiodarone is contraindicated or inappropriate.

  • Collaborate with an interprofessional healthcare team, including cardiology specialists, pharmacists, and nurses, to ensure that amiodarone therapy aligns with the patient's overall care plan.

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