Which of the following is not a contraindication for use of digitalis –
Correct Answer: Hyperkalemia
Description: Ans. is 'd' i.e., Hyperkalemia Precaution should be taken in following conditions (enhance digitalis toxicity), o Hypokalemia o Advanced age o Myxoedema o Hypomagnesemia o Hypoxia o Thyrotoxicosis o Hypercalcemia o Renal insufficiency o Acute MI o Acute myocarditis (as in rheumatic carditis) Note: o Option a & b are not contraindications. But, they enhance digitalis toxicity, so may be considered as relative contraindications.
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