Which of the Following Is True About Procainamide and Its

question 13

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true about procainamide and its dosing schedule?

• A) It produces bradycardia and should be used cautiously in patients with cardiac conditions that a slower heart rate might worsen.
• B) Gastrointestinal adverse effects are common so the drug should be taken with food.
• C) Adherence can be improved by using a sustained release formulation that can be given once daily.
• D) Doses of this drug should be taken evenly spaced around the clock to keep an even blood level.

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