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quinidine /quin·i·dine/ (kwin´ĭ-dēn) the dextrorotatory isomer of quinine, used in the form of the gluconate, polygalacturonate, and sulfate salts in the treatment of cardiac arrhythmias; also used in the treatment of severe falciparum malaria.
quinidine [kwin′ədēn, -din] an antiarrhythmic agent administered as a bisulfate, gluconate, or polygalacturonate or as sulfate salts. indications It is prescribed in the treatment of atrial flutter, atrial fibrillation, premature ventricular contractions, and tachycardias. contraindications Known hypersensitivity to this drug prohibits its use. It is contraindicated in thrombocytopenia, myasthenia gravis, and some arrhythmias, particularly those associated with heart block. adverse effects Among the most serious adverse effects are cardiac arrhythmia, hypertension, and cinchonism. Rare but potentially fatal hypersensitivity reactions such as anaphylaxis and thrombocytopenia may occur. Diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting are common. quinidine the dextrorotatory isomer of quinine, used in treatment of cardiac arrhythmias. Several salts are used, including the gluconate, sulfate and bisulfate. quinidine Duraquin®, Quinaglute® Cardiology A class Ia antiarhythmic that ↓ myocardial excitability, conduction velocity, and contractility. See Therapeutic drug monitoring. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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