Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Calcium channel blocker poisoning signs and treatment in dogs and cats
By Hayes, Cristine LĀ·Published in The Veterinary clinics of North America. Small animal practiceĀ·2018Ā·ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center, United StatesĀ·View original on PubMed ā
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Original publication title: An Update on Calcium Channel Blocker Toxicity in Dogs and Cats.
Plain-English summary
A dog or cat that accidentally ingests calcium channel blockers (medications often used for heart problems) can show symptoms like lethargy, low blood pressure, and changes in heart rhythm, which may not appear until hours later. If your pet is exposed, it's crucial to get them to the vet quickly for decontamination and aggressive treatment. The outcome depends on how much they ingested, how soon they received help, and how well they respond to treatment. Early intervention can significantly improve their chances of recovery.
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Abstract
The widespread use and availability of calcium channel blockers in human and veterinary medicine pose a risk for inadvertent pet exposure to these medications. Clinical signs of toxicosis can be delayed by many hours after exposure, with lethargy, hypotension, and cardiac rhythm changes as the predominant signs. Prompt decontamination and aggressive treatment using a variety of modalities may be necessary to treat patients exposed to calcium channel blockers. The prognosis of an exposed patient depends on the dose of the ingested calcium channel blockers, promptness of decontamination and other treatment measures, severity of clinical signs, and response to treatment.
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Search related cases āOriginal publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30139544/