. Which of the following Calcium channel blocker would be useful in the treatment of supraventricular tachycardia suppressing AV node conduction
Correct Answer: Verapamil
Description: Refer kDT 7/e 535 Calcium channel blockers are prescription medications that relax blood vessels and increase the supply of blood and oxygen to the hea while also reducing the hea's workload. Examples of calcium channel blockers include: Amlodipine (Norvasc) Supraventricular tachycardia, orSVT, is a type of rapid heabeat that begins in the upper chambers of the hea. Most cases don't need to be treated. They go away on their own Adenosine is a sho-actingmedication that is commonly used as a first-line drug to treat PSVT. Other treatment options for other atrial tachycardias include calcium channel blockers, beta blockers, digoxin, and amiodarone.
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