Disopyramide
Disopyramide
Disopyramide (pronunciation: /ˌdaɪsoʊˈpɪrəmaɪd/) is a class 1A antiarrhythmic medication primarily used to treat a variety of cardiac arrhythmias.
Etymology
The term "Disopyramide" is derived from the chemical structure of the drug, which contains two pyramidal structures. The prefix "di-" is from Greek, meaning "two", and "pyramide" is from Latin "pyramis", meaning "pyramid".
Usage
Disopyramide is used to treat and prevent a variety of different types of arrhythmia, including ventricular tachycardia, atrial fibrillation, and atrial flutter. It works by slowing the electrical conduction in the heart, thus stabilizing the heart rhythm.
Side Effects
Potential side effects of Disopyramide include dry mouth, urinary retention, constipation, and blurred vision. In rare cases, it can cause serious heart problems such as QT prolongation.
Related Terms
- Antiarrhythmic agent
- Cardiac arrhythmia
- Ventricular tachycardia
- Atrial fibrillation
- Atrial flutter
- QT prolongation
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Disopyramide
- Wikipedia's article - Disopyramide
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