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DRUGS TO AVOID: There are a number of drugs which are known to prolong the QT interval and to cause heart rhythm abnormalities, particularly in patients with the Long QT Syndrome. Patient should always inquire of the physician or other health care provider about the risk of any medication suggested or prescribed for patient. Always inform them of the Long QT Syndrome and make sure they know there are many medications which are contraindicated in this condition.
Drug Name | Chemical Name | General Use |
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Anesthetics/AsthmaAdrenaline |
Epinephrine |
Local anesthetics, or as an asthma medication Bronchodilator |
AntihistaminesSeldane |
Terfenadine |
Allergies |
AntibioticsE-Mycin, EES, EryPeds, PCE etc Bactrim, Septra Pentam intravenous |
Erythromycin Trimethoprim & Sulfamethoxazole Pentamidine |
|
Heart MedicationsQuinidine, Quinidex, Duraquin
Quiniqlute, etc |
Quinidine |
Heart rhythm abnormalities
|
GastrointestinalPropulsid |
Cisapride |
For esophageal reflux, acid |
Antifungal DrugsNizoral |
Ketoconazole |
Fungal infections |