2.1 Positive inotropic drugs

2.1.1 Cardiac glycosides

Most useful in the treatment of supraventricular tachycardias, especially for controlling ventricular response in atrial

fibrillation.

GREEN Digoxin

tablets 62.5 microgram, 125 microgram, 250 microgram

elixir 50microgram/mL

RED Digoxin injection 250microgram/mL

2.1.2 Phosphodiesterase inhibitors

RED Milrinone injection 10mg/10mL

RED Enoximone injection 5mg/mL

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