A 56-year-old patient with diffuse toxic goiter has ciliary arrhythmia, heart rate is 110-120/min., arterial hypertension, BP is 165/90 mm Hg. What drug besides Mercazolil (Thiamazole) should be prescribed in this case?

Answer options

1. Corinfar
2. Radioactive iodine
3. Novocainamide (procainamide)
4. Verapamil
5. Propranolol

Explanation

Mercazolil is a drug used for the treatment of hyperthyroidism (diffuse toxic goiter). However, to treat the arrhythmia, a beta-blocker is needed, and hence Propranolol. It is also used to treat high blood pressure, thyrotoxicosis, capillary hemangiomas, performance anxiety, and essential tremors.