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Hello Recently Had Inguinal Hernia Repair-64yr Old, Heart Disorder(HOCM), Amiodarone
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Recently had inguinal hernia repair-64yr old, heart disorder(HOCM), amiodarone and verapamil meds, pacemaker
Was on Levaquin IV drip prior to surgery-my daughter(RN) was concerned about interaction of antibiotic with IV solution and amiodarone.
Should I have been concerned?
Recently had inguinal hernia repair-64yr old, heart disorder(HOCM), amiodarone and verapamil meds, pacemaker
Was on Levaquin IV drip prior to surgery-my daughter(RN) was concerned about interaction of antibiotic with IV solution and amiodarone.
Should I have been concerned?
Brief Answer:
I would explain as follows:
Detailed Answer:
Hello!
Welcome to Ask a Doctor service!
Regarding your concern, I would explain that Levaquin may interact with amiodarone by increasing QT interval and thus increasing the risk for cardiac arrhythmia.
I recommend discussing with the doctor on the possibility of using another antibiotic.
Hope you will find this answer helpful!
Kind regards,
Dr.Ilir Sharka Cardiologist
I would explain as follows:
Detailed Answer:
Hello!
Welcome to Ask a Doctor service!
Regarding your concern, I would explain that Levaquin may interact with amiodarone by increasing QT interval and thus increasing the risk for cardiac arrhythmia.
I recommend discussing with the doctor on the possibility of using another antibiotic.
Hope you will find this answer helpful!
Kind regards,
Dr.Ilir Sharka Cardiologist
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