Which of the following drugs is not given in dilated cardiomyopathy?
b. Calcium channel blocker(Ref: Nelson's 20/e p 2275)Treatment of Dilated Cardiomyopathy:Drugs used include diuretics, ACE inhibitors, angiotensin receptor blockers, digitalis, b-blockers (carvedilol or metoprolol)In patients presenting with extreme degrees of heart failure or circulatory collapse, intensive care measures are often required, including IV inotropes, diuretics, mechanical ventilatory support +- circulatory support, which may include ventricular assist devices, extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO), and ultimately cardiac transplantation.In patients with DCM and atrial or ventricular arrhythmias, specific antiarrhythmic therapy should be instituted.
Beta blocker
Calcium channel blocker
Spironolactone
ACE inhibitors
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