| Literature DB >> 7447101 |
D L Brown, J J Skiendzielewski.
Abstract
Lidocaine is recognized as a first line drug for ventricular arrhythmias and has recently been used in acute myocardial infarction as prophylaxis against ventricular fibrillation. A 68-year-old man was erroneously given 2 gm of lidocaine by intravenous push and sustained a cardiac arrest. He was treated supportively and had complete recovery. We discuss complications of therapeutic and excessive doses of lidocaine and outline measures for treatment of massive lidocaine overdose.Entities:
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Year: 1980 PMID: 7447101 DOI: 10.1016/s0196-0644(80)80475-6
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Ann Emerg Med ISSN: 0196-0644 Impact factor: 5.721