The first, Drugs and LQTS, focuses on drug-induced TdP and the drugs responsible. Drugs to Avoid in cLQTS. Now, cardiologists and other
Long QT syndrome (LQTS) is a Those diagnosed with LQTS are usually advised to avoid drugs that can prolong the QT interval further or lower the threshold for TDP
There are over 290 medicines on the Drugs to Avoid (DTA) list for patients with Congenital LQTS (CLQTS). Avoidance may not always be possible.
Traditionally, LQTS is divided into congenital (c-LQTS) and acquired (a-LQTS) forms. Drug-induced LQTS is the most common cause of a-LQTS; as a matter of fact, a survey by Schwartz et al of 670 patients in the International LQTS Registry revealed that anesthesia can trigger LQTS.
Certain drugs may increase the likelihood of arrhythmia in the setting of LQTS, and patients should be directed to CredibleMeds for a list of drugs to avoid.
Certain drugs may increase the likelihood of arrhythmia in the setting of LQTS, and patients should be directed to CredibleMeds for a list of drugs to avoid.
Clemastine and dimetindene should be avoided in patients with LQTS. Conclusion: Patients with LQTS have a higher risk of life-threatening complications during
Congenital LQTS and Drugs to Avoid List. There are over 290 medicines on the Drugs to Avoid (DTA) list for patients with Congenital LQTS (CLQTS).
All patients with LQTS should avoid medications contra-indicated in LQTS. A list of these drugs can be found on the net under 'LQT drugs' Those with a long QT
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