Action

• Prolongs action potential and refractory period

• Inhibits adrenergic stimulation

• Slows the sinus rate, increases PR and QT intervals, and decreases peripheral vascular resistance (vasodilation)

Therapeutic Effect(s):
Suppression of arrhythmias

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