Little additional work has been performed beyond that of Lee et al. [1,3,10] to further investigate the proposed dual action of ibutilide. Our laboratory has sought to examine the effects of sodium ...

A systematic review evaluated the efficacy of calcium channel blockers or alpha blockers for the treatment of urinary stones in nine randomized trials with 693 patients (Lancet. 2006;368:1171-1179).

Most heart patients are prescribed multiple drug combinations rather than a single drug. These combinations slow the heart rate, keep blood pressure in check, and block excessive calcium. However, ...

I was taught that methyldopa is labeled “Cat. B” for pregnancy and beta blockers and calcium channel blockers are “Cat. C,” but you consider these classes safe (Item 106-4). Please explain. —Norman ...