Abstract
Although uncommon, torsades de pointes (TdP) associated with astemizole and/or erythromycin use have been reported previously. We describe a 30-year-old woman who had congenital prolongation of QT interval and TdP occurred after taking astemizole and erythromycin. Temporary cardiac pacing was successful in suppressing TdP. Prolongation of QT interval had good response to oral propranolol.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 85-88 |
Number of pages | 4 |
Journal | International Journal of Cardiology |
Volume | 54 |
Issue number | 1 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - Apr 19 1996 |
Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- Astemizole
- Congenital long QT syndrome
- Erythromycin
- QT interval
- Torsades de pointes
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Cardiology and Cardiovascular Medicine