Key result
Isoproterenol infusion successfully managed a case of thioridazine-induced torsade de pointes after therapy with other agents was unsuccessful.
Why the study?
Does isoproterenol infusion successfully treat thioridazine-induced torsade de pointes?
Case Report (n=1)
Does isoproterenol infusion successfully treat thioridazine-induced torsade de pointes?
Isoproterenol infusion can be a lifesaving therapy for thioridazine-induced torsade de pointes, particularly in settings where temporary cardiac pacing is unavailable.
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May support isoproterenol as rescue therapy for thioridazine-induced torsades when pacing unavailable; single-case evidence leaves efficacy unconfirmed.
Andrew J. Kemper (1983) conducted a case report in Thioridazine-induced torsade de pointes (n=1). Isoproterenol hydrochloride infusion vs. Other agents was evaluated on Successful management of torsade de pointes. Isoproterenol infusion successfully managed a case of thioridazine-induced torsade de pointes after therapy with other agents was unsuccessful.
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