Adverse Features
  • Shock
  • Syncope
  • Myocardial ischaemia
  • Heart failure

Synchronised DC Shock*
Up to 3 attempts
SEEK EXPERT HELP
  • Amiodarone 300 mg IV over 10-20 min
  • Repeat shock
  • Then give amiodarone 900 mg over 24 h

*Conscious patients require sedation or general anaesthesia for cardioversion