Here is a quick mnemonic/memory aid “PROLONGED“ to remember about Drugs Causing Prolonged QT Interval
Mnemonic : PROLONGED
P – Pimozide: An antipsychotic medication that can prolong the QT interval.
R – Risperidone: Another antipsychotic drug known to cause QT prolongation.
O – Ondansetron: An anti-nausea medication, especially in high doses or in certain individuals.
L – Levofloxacin: A fluoroquinolone antibiotic that can affect the QT interval.
O – Olanzapine: An atypical antipsychotic drug associated with QT prolongation.
N – Nortriptyline: A tricyclic antidepressant known to have QT-prolonging effects.
G – Gatifloxacin: Another fluoroquinolone antibiotic that can cause QT prolongation.
E – Erythromycin: A macrolide antibiotic with QT-prolonging potential.
D – Dolasetron: Often used to prevent postoperative nausea and vomiting, this drug can prolong the QT interval.
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