Sotalol Tablets

This medication is indicated to manage abnormal heart rhythms and developed to support a steady cardiac rate.

Strengths: 40mg

Medicine details

Conditions
Alternative names

Sotacor

Therapeutic class

Beta blocker

Pharmacological class

Non-selective beta blocker

Contraindications

asthma; bradycardia; heart block; uncompensated heart failure

Precautions and warnings

do not discontinue abruptly; monitor ECG; use caution in diabetes

Minor side effects

dizziness; fatigue; cold extremities

Moderate side effects

bradycardia; dyspnoea; sleep disturbances

Dosage forms

Tablet

Administration route

Oral use

Prescription status

POM

Manufacturer

Bristol-Myers Squibb

Onset Time

1–2 hours

Duration

8–12 hours

Storage instructions

Store at controlled room temperature.

Drug interactions

calcium channel blockers; diuretics

Age restrictions

Adult use recommended.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Pregnancy: Not recommended. Breastfeeding: Excreted in milk.

Serious side effects

torsades de pointes — requires immediate medical attention; heart failure — requires immediate medical attention

Patient summary

This medication is indicated to manage abnormal heart rhythms and developed to support a steady cardiac rate.

Mechanism of action

Sotalol acts as a non-selective beta-blocker that also prolongs the cardiac action potential, stabilizing heart rhythm.

Sotalol Tablets

This medication is indicated to manage abnormal heart rhythms and developed to support a steady cardiac rate.

Editorial Notes

  • Active ingredient(s): Sotalol
  • Listed indication(s): Arrhythmia

Available option

  • 120 tablets - 40 mg1339-40-mg-16162