A pharmacological characterization of electrocardiogram PR and QRS intervals in conscious telemetered rats

DiscussionAt similar plasma concentrations to other species, the conscious telemetered rat demonstrates limited utility in assessing PR interval prolongation by CCBs, despite significant contractility effects being observed. However, results with SCBs demonstrate a potential application for evaluating drug-induced QRS prolongation.
Source: Journal of Pharmacological and Toxicological Methods - Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Source Type: research