Amiodarone Tablets
Amiodarone Tablets are formulated to correct arrhythmias to alleviate heart rhythm abnormalities, utilized to mitigate cardiac stress and to support healthy heart function.
Strengths: 100 · 200mg
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Medicine details
- Conditions
- Alternative names
Cordarone X
- Therapeutic class
Antiarrhythmic
- Pharmacological class
Class III Antiarrhythmic
- Known off-label uses
atrial fibrillation
- Minor side effects
nausea; vomiting; taste disturbance
- Moderate side effects
photosensitivity; bradycardia; thyroid dysfunction
- Dosage forms
Tablet
- Administration route
Oral use
- Prescription status
POM
- Manufacturer
Sanofi
- Onset Time
Days to weeks
- Duration
Weeks to months
- Storage instructions
Store at room temperature, protect from light.
- Drug interactions
warfarin; digoxin; statins; grapefruit
- Age restrictions
Adults.
Contraindications
thyroid dysfunction; iodine hypersensitivity; severe sinus bradycardia; pregnancy
Precautions and warnings
regular thyroid function tests required; avoid prolonged sun exposure; monitor liver enzymes; regular eye examinations recommended
Serious side effects
pulmonary toxicity — requires immediate medical attention; hepatotoxicity — requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Amiodarone Tablets are formulated to correct arrhythmias to alleviate heart rhythm abnormalities, utilized to mitigate cardiac stress and to support healthy heart function.
Mechanism of action
Amiodarone acts as a class III antiarrhythmic. It prolongs the action potential duration and refractory period in myocardial tissues, which helps to stabilize irregular heart rhythms.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Use with extreme caution only if benefits outweigh risks. Breastfeeding: Should be avoided.
Amiodarone Tablets
Amiodarone Tablets are formulated to correct arrhythmias to alleviate heart rhythm abnormalities, utilized to mitigate cardiac stress and to support healthy heart function.
Editorial Notes
- Active ingredient(s): Amiodarone
- Listed indication(s): Arrhythmia
Usually available as
- 120 tablets - 100 mg706-100-mg-12004
- 60 tablets - 200 mg706-200-mg-2530