Loading dose = 0.25 mg/kg (max=20 mg) IV bolus over 2 minutes
Can consider breaking down into 10 mg boluses in older patients to decrease risk of adverse reactions
If ineffective after 15 minutes: 0.35mg/kg (max=25mg) over 2 minutes
If effective: Start infusion at 5-15 mg/hr
Can consider breaking down into 10 mg boluses in older patients to decrease risk of adverse reactions
If ineffective after 15 minutes: 0.35mg/kg (max=25mg) over 2 minutes
If effective: Start infusion at 5-15 mg/hr
Diltiazem
Metoprolol
Carvedilol
Sotalol
Amiodarone
Digoxin
Captopril
Nitroglycerin