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Stokes-Adams attack
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Stokes-Adams attack

Sudden loss of consciousness due to a disturbance of heart rhythm related to heart-block. The patient usually regains consciousness within seconds.



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Cerebyx is contraindicated in patients with slow heart rate, sinoatrial block, second- and third-degree AV block and Adams-Stokes syndrome (blockages of electrical impulses that regulate heartbeat).
 
 
 
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