How a first-of-its-kind nasal spray is designed to treat a common heart condition
Summary
A CBS News segment describes a prescription nasal spray for episodes of paroxysmal supraventricular tachycardia (PSVT), a condition that can cause a sudden racing heartbeat. The segment says the spray is the first and only FDA-approved treatment for PSVT that patients can administer themselves.Key Facts
- PSVT can cause a racing heartbeat that begins without warning.
- The segment says PSVT affects up to 2 million Americans.
- The treatment is a nasal spray.
- It is available by prescription.
- Patients can administer the spray themselves.
- The segment describes it as the first and only FDA-approved self-administered prescription nasal spray for PSVT.
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