Monday October 3, 2005
Calcium channel blokade overdose and Glucagon
Glucagon is a very viable option in Calcium channel blokade (Cardizem, Verapamil, adalat etc) overdose treatment. But if it is consider in management plan - its advisible to administer before Calcium infusion as erratic blood calcium level may mask full effect of glucagon.
Recommended Readings:
Toxicity, Calcium Channel Blocker - Dr. B.Z. Horowitz - - posted on emedicine.com
