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Managing Pulmonary Edema Following Amlodipine Toxicity using Non-invasive Ventilation: A Case Report

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: Amlodipine is a dihydropyridine calcium channel blocker that is commonly used in the management of hypertension. Its pharmacological properties give it the advantage of being administered as a single daily dose. This has a positive impact on the patient’s compliance. In contrast, amlodipine overdose represents a significant challenge to the treating clinician. Noncardiogenic pulmonary edema is a rare adverse event associated with toxicity of calcium channel blockers, including amlodipine. It is a life-threatening situation that requires a prompt response. Most reported cases in the literature required invasive ventilation. In this case report, we present a young woman with amlodipine toxicity managed using noninvasive mechanical ventilatory support.

Source: Dr Sulaiman Al Habib Medical Journal

DOI: 10.4103/dshmj.dshmj_12_24

Authors: Sami Menasri, Mustafa Hussein, Mohammed Almualim

Institution: Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland

Language: English

Topic: Poisoning and overdose treatments

Subfield: Emergency Medicine

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W4401022982

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