Primary Care Baseline | ACLS Algorithms
Stable V Tach Algorithm

lidocaine 1.0-1.5 mg/kg IV

continued v tach? YES -> lidocaine 0.5-0.75 mg/kg IV every 5-10 min up to 3 mg/kg

continued v tach? YES -> procainamide 20-30 mg/min up to 17 mg/kg (avoid if hypotension, pulmonary edema or unconsciousness are present)

continued v tach? YES -> bretylium 5-10 mg/kg over 8-10 min up to 30 mg/kg


Related Topics: Tachycardia Algorithm
Richard Rathe, MD / rrathe@dean.med.ufl.edu (November 8, 2000)