Amiodarone is generally used in treatment of the treatment of arrhythmias.
Side effects
Abnormal vision
Alterations in thyroid hormone levels
Blurred vision
Constipation
Coordination impaired
Eczema
Lung damage
Nausea
Peripheral neuropathy (tingling and numbness of feet and hand)
Photosensitivity
Taste change
Tiredness
Tremor
How to use
Consume this medicine in the dosage and duration as per your doctors advise. While taking Amiodarone, swallow it completely without crushing, breaking or chewing it. Amiodarone is advised to be taken at a fixed time, but may be taken together with food (or) without food.
How it works
Amiodarone is an anti-arrhythmic drug. It blocks abnormal electrical signals in the heart and regulates the heart beat.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Is Amiodarone a beta blocker or an ace inhibitor or a diuretic or an inotrope?
Amiodarone belongs to a class of drugs called antiarrhythmics.
It acts by relaxing overactive heart muscles
Q. Is Amiodarone rich in iodine? Yes. Amiodarone is rich in iodine
Q. Is Amiodarone safe or is Amiodarone safe to take? Amiodarone is safe if it used as prescribed by the doctor.
Q. Is Amiodarone dangerous? Yes. Amiodarone can be dangerous if the dose taken is inappropriate.
Q. Is Amiodarone dialyzed? Yes, Amiodarone is dialyzed
Q. Can I take Amiodarone with Viagra(sildenafil) or Tylenol (acetaminophen) or ibuprofen or Benadryl (diphenhydramine)? Drugs like Viagra(sildenafil), Tylenol (acetaminophen), ibuprofen or Benadryl (diphenhydramine) can increase the side-effects of Amiodarone, and vice verca. Please consult your doctor before taking Amiodarone with any other drug
Q. Does Amiodarone lower blood pressure or cause dizziness? yes. Amiodarone may cause dizziness and low blood pressure.
Q. Does it causes constipation? yes. Amiodarone may cause constipation.
Q. Does Amiodarone affects the heart rate or does it cause prolonged Qt interval? Amiodarone is an antiarrhythmic agent.It may cause prolongation of QT interval and controls the heart rate
Q. Does Amiodarone stimulate T4 receptors? Amiodarone does not stimulate T4 receptors directly
Q. Does Amiodarone cause swelling? Due to allergic reaction Amiodarone may cause swelling..
Expert Advice
It is very effective in the treatment of various types of arrhythmias (irregular heart rhythm).Amiodarone has several serious adverse effects and is indicated only when the condition is serious and no other treatments are suitable.Notify your doctor if you develop breathlessness, persistent cough, jaundice, restlessness, weight loss/gain, or eye problems.Avoid direct exposure to sunlight as there may be a risk of photosensitivity.Notify your doctor about all other medicines that you are taking as Amiodarone can interact with many medicines.
Product Details
SKU: PC-3717 Product Description: Cordarone 100 mg Tablet is manufactured by Emcure Pharmaceuticals Packing: Strip Condition: New Sold by: Pulse Pharmacy India Pvt. Ltd.