Tag: cardiovascular system
Effects of Viagra
Viagra is easily one of the most well-known names among all the drugs in the market. It is primarily used for treating erectile dysfunction. However, Viagra has been known to affect the heart as well. The effects are diverse in nature. What is Viagra? Viagra is the brand name of a drug whose generic term is sildenafil. This drug is capable of dilating and relaxing
Lidocaine: Antiarrhythmic Drug Therapy
Lidocaine is a widely used antiarrhythmic drug which is effective for immediate suppression of serious ventricular arrhythmias occurring in a variety of clinical settings. It is only available for intravenous use since a short half-life precludes oral use. The dosage is 100 to 200 mg by bolus, followed by a continuous intravenous infusion of 2 to 4 mg/min. The serum half-life of a single bolus