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1. Define digitalis
Digitalis is used to treat congestive heart failure (CHF) and heart rhythm problems (atrial
arrhythmias). Digitalis can increase blood flow throughout your body and reduce swelling in your hands
and ankles.
7. Antianginal drugs
An antianginal is any drug used in the treatment of angina pectoris, a symptom
of ischaemic heart disease.
Antiarrhythmic drugs
amiodarone (Cordarone, Pacerone)
flecainide (Tambocor)
ibutilide (Corvert), which can only be given through IV.
lidocaine (Xylocaine), which can only be given through IV.
procainamide (Procan, Procanbid)
propafenone (Rythmol)
quinidine (many brand names)
tocainide (Tonocarid)