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Question 10#

Which one of these drugs does not prolong the QT interval?

A. Amiodarone
B. Erythromycin
C. Carbemazpine
D. Clozapine
E. Methadone

Correct Answer is C

Comment:

The other drugs mentioned are all well known to cause QT prolongation and should be avoided in people with long QT syndrome. Sometimes this is difficult and a risk–benefit decision needs to be made. A full list of drugs known to cause QT prolongation can be found at http://QTdrugs.org.