The Shocking Reality Of Amlodipine Overdose

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While extended-release ccb overdoses can cause delayed start of dysrhythmias, shock, sudden cardiac collapse, and intestinal ischemia, immediate-release ccb overdoses are characterized by rapid progression to hypotension, bradydysrhythmia, and cardiac arrest. It can lead to profound hypotension and shock. Overdose can lead to profound refractory vasodilatory shock. The present case series consists of five cases of amlodipine toxicity that were treated at rajiv gandhi general government hospital and. Amlodipine is a commonly prescribed anti-hypertensive drug. Amlodipine is a dihydropyridine calcium channel blocker which is widely used as an antihypertensive drug. We read the interesting article ‘amlodipine toxicity complicated by concurrent medications’ in the korean journal of anesthesiology [1]. · we present a case of amlodipine toxicity causing intractable acidosis, cardiovascular decompensation and eventual … Its inadvertent exposure and intentional overdose … In this report, we reported a 32-year-old female case of amlodipine overdose who was admitted to our hospital on , due … Symptoms of ccb intoxication begin nonspecifically with nausea and vomiting and progress to bradycardia and hypotension. Management involves early and aggressive supportive measures and calcium infusion in large doses to overcome competitive blockade. Self-medicating with amlodipine poses significant risks, including potential overdose and adverse drug interactions. Its toxicity is the leading cause of drug overdose seen in the practice of cardiovascular medicine. · amlodipine is the most commonly prescribed calcium channel blocker (ccb), used in the treatment of a variety of cardiovascular … Amlodipine overdose … · in critical situations, an overdose can lead to shock, seizures, or a loss of consciousness, requiring immediate medical … We present a case of severe amlodipine overdose successfully managed …