Fast Facts: Diltiazem (Cardizem) Drip

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FAST FACTS: DILTIAZEM DRIP

CLASS MEDICATION: Calcium Channel Blocker

INDICATION: Typically given for atrial fibrillation RVR (rapid ventricular rate)

 

 

 


FAST FACT: A bolus is usually administered first before the continuous infusion.

FAST FACT: Heart rate & blood pressure can drop. Monitor this closely- the drip may have to be stopped

FAST FACT: It dilates arteries which = Lower blood pressure

FAST FACT: Patient may have to be moved to ICU to be on this drip (depends on the hospital). However, sometime hospitals just have patient moved to a telemetry floor.

FAST FACT: Should have continuous tele monitoring

FAST FACT: Should not be used in patient who have sick sinus syndrome, hypotension, pulmonary congestion, 2nd or 3rd degree AV Block, acute CHF, acute MI, SBP <90 mmHg

FAST FACT: Check the patient’s medication list first before starting Diltiazem IV drip. If patient is on a beta blocker this may increase the risk for severe bradycardia and or hypotension

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