Calcium channel blockers (CCBs, non-dihydropyridine)
- Verapamil + diltiazem
- Slow AV-node conduction + lower HR
- Uses: SVT, AF rate control + angina
- Bradycardia/heart block can occur
- Avoid in significant HFrEF
- CYP3A/P-gp inhibition adds DDI burden
Class at a glance
Clinical role
- Uses: SVT, AF rate control + angina
Pharmacology
- Bradycardia/heart block can occur
- CYP3A/P-gp inhibition adds DDI burden
Practical pearls
- Slow AV-node conduction + lower HR
Safety / monitoring
- Avoid in significant HFrEF
Self-check
- When should Calcium channel blockers (CCBs, non-dihydropyridine) generally be avoided?
significant HFrEF.
- What are the main clinical uses of Calcium channel blockers (CCBs, non-dihydropyridine)?
SVT, AF rate control + angina.
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