Have you ever wondered where the magic “10 gram” number comes from when determining a loading dose of amiodarone? In this blog we will review the data surrounding amiodarone loading in patients with atrial fibrillation and hemodynamically stable ventricular arrhythmias.
Dofetilide: A Diamond in the Rough for Atrial Fibrillation in Patients with Structural Heart Disease
For patients with atrial fibrillation and structural heart disease, antiarrhythmic options remain limited. Although amiodarone has been a cornerstone of drug therapy in this population, dofetilide is a viable option for many patients. In this piece, we review the safety and efficacy of this often-overlooked drug.