4-Aminopyridine (fampridine) effectively treats amlodipine poisoning: a case report

J Clin Pharm Ther. 2007 Dec;32(6):655-7. doi: 10.1111/j.1365-2710.2007.00861.x.

Abstract

A case of a serious poisoning with the calcium entry blocker amlodipine is described, which was treated effectively with 4-aminopyridine. Calcium is suggested as general treatment of poisoning with calcium entry blockers in many guidelines. The use of intravenous 4-aminopyridine is theoretically useful to treat poisoning from calcium entry blockers and was demonstrated in this case report.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • 4-Aminopyridine / therapeutic use*
  • Amlodipine / poisoning*
  • Calcium Channel Blockers / poisoning*
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Middle Aged

Substances

  • Calcium Channel Blockers
  • Amlodipine
  • 4-Aminopyridine