Drug Information
Generic Name:
Adenosine
Pronunciation:
ah-DEN-oh-seen
Product Name:
Adenocard
Category:
Antidysrhythmic Drugs
How is it given?:
intravenous (IV)
Uses:
Treatment of a very rapid heart rate called paroxysmal supraventricular tachycardia (PSVT)
Comment:
PSVT is characterized by rapid onset. The patient may experience a fluttering in the chest lightheadedness or fainting. Adenosine is given by rapid intravenous injection and is very effective at ending PSVT and restoring a normal heart beat.