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Attempted suicide with verapamil.

U de Faire, T Lundman

    European Journal of Cardiology
    |October 1, 1977
    PubMed
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    A woman survived a severe verapamil overdose (5600 mg) that caused significant bradycardia, hypotension, and AV dissociation. Prompt medical care ensured her full recovery within 36 hours.

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    Area of Science:

    • Cardiology
    • Clinical Toxicology
    • Pharmacology

    Background:

    • Verapamil is a calcium channel blocker used to treat hypertension and arrhythmias.
    • Overdosing on verapamil can lead to severe cardiovascular complications.

    Observation:

    • A 28-year-old female presented after ingesting 5600 mg of verapamil in a suicide attempt.
    • Initial assessment revealed severe bradycardia, profound hypotension, and AV dissociation on ECG.

    Findings:

    • The observed AV dissociation persisted for 7.5 hours post-admission.
    • The patient experienced significant hemodynamic instability due to the verapamil toxicity.

    Implications:

    • This case highlights the critical toxicity of high-dose verapamil and the importance of intensive monitoring.

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  • Successful management of severe verapamil overdose is possible with appropriate supportive care.
  • Understanding the prolonged cardiac effects of verapamil is crucial for emergency medicine and toxicology.