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About Amidrone 200 Tablet 10's
Amidrone 200 Tablet 10's is used to treat Wolff-Parkinson-White Syndrome. It also treats other types of fast or uneven heartbeats known as atrial fibrillation. Wolff-Parkinson-White Syndrome is a condition in which an extra electrical pathway between the upper and lower chambers of the heart causes a rapid heartbeat. Atrial fibrillation is a condition in which the two upper chambers of the heart (the atria) beat without coordination.
Amidrone 200 Tablet 10's contains amiodarone, which controls the heart's uneven beating (arrhythmia) or prevents irregular heartbeat. It blocks the potassium channels and reduces the impulses that cause abnormal heartbeat.
Common side effects of Amidrone 200 Tablet 10's are blurred vision or visual halos around light, photosensitivity (redness or rashes on the sun-exposed skin, especially the face), and tremors when you move your arms or legs. Consult your doctor if any of these effects persist or worsen over time.
Do not take Amidrone 200 Tablet 10's if you are allergic to iodine, amiodarone, or any other anti-arrhythmic drugs. Amidrone 200 Tablet 10's contains iodine and lactose. So, inform your doctor if you have lactose intolerance or any thyroid problems. Do not take Amidrone 200 Tablet 10's if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Do not use it in children unless prescribed by your doctor.
Uses of Amidrone 200 Tablet 10's
Amidrone 200 Tablet 10's is used to treat serious heart rhythm disorders. The detailed uses of Amidrone 200 Tablet 10's are as follows:
- Ventricular arrhythmias: Amidrone 200 Tablet 10's is used to treat serious irregular heartbeats from the lower chambers of the heart.
- Tachyarrhythmias in Wolff-Parkinson-White Syndrome: Amidrone 200 Tablet 10's helps manage abnormal fast heart rhythms associated with this condition.
- Atrial flutter and atrial fibrillation: Amidrone 200 Tablet 10's helps to control fast and irregular heartbeats from the upper chambers of the heart.
- Paroxysmal supraventricular tachycardia (PSVT): Amidrone 200 Tablet 10's is used to treat sudden episodes of abnormally fast heartbeats from the upper heart chambers.
- Nodal tachycardia: Amidrone 200 Tablet 10's helps in the management of abnormal rapid rhythms from the atrioventricular node.
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Directions for Use
- Amidrone 200 Tablet 10's can be taken with or without food as advised by your doctor.
- Amidrone 200 Tablet 10's is usually taken once or twice a day, or as prescribed by your doctor.
- Swallow Amidrone 200 Tablet 10's as a whole with a glass of water.
- Do not crush, break, or chew it.
Key Benefits
- Amidrone 200 Tablet 10's contains ‘amiodarone’, which belongs to the class of ‘antiarrhythmic drugs.
- It acts by blocking the potassium channels in the heart.
- Irregular heartbeat occurs due to abnormal electrical activity or the impulses produced in the heart.
- Amidrone 200 Tablet 10's blocks these abnormal electric signals and regulates the heartbeat.
How Amidrone 200 Tablet 10's Works
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- If you experience low blood pressure symptoms like dizziness, lightheadedness, or fainting while taking medication, seek immediate medical attention.
- Make lifestyle modifications and adjust your medication regimen under medical guidance to manage low blood pressure.
- As your doctor advises, regularly check your blood pressure at home. Record your readings to detect any changes and share them with your doctor.
- Fluid intake plays a vital role in managing blood pressure by maintaining blood volume, regulating blood pressure, and supporting blood vessel function. Drinking enough fluids helps prevent dehydration, maintain electrolyte balance, and regulate fluid balance.
- Take regular breaks to sit or lie down if you need to stand for long periods.
- When lying down, elevate your head with extra pillows to help improve blood flow.
- Avoid heavy exercise or strenuous activities that can worsen low blood pressure.
- Wear compression socks as your doctor advises to enhance blood flow, reduce oedema, and control blood pressure.
- If symptoms persist or worsen, or if you have concerns about your condition, seek medical attention for personalized guidance and care.
- Your doctor may adjust the dose of your medication, discontinue, or switch to alternative medicines to manage your symptoms.
- You may be treated with levothyroxine (a thyroid hormone replacement) to help with better absorption in those with digestive issues.
- Your doctor will regularly monitor your progress with blood tests and adjust the dose as needed.
- Get 8 hours of sleep each night, relax for 10 minutes a day, and do some light exercise for 10-20 minutes a few times a week.
- Eat a healthy diet with veggies, fruits, whole grains, lean protein, and good fats.
- Avoid excessive iodine from foods like seaweed or supplements, as it can worsen your symptoms.
- Exercising regularly helps lower the risk of heart problems.
- Maintain a healthy diet, including vegetables and fruits.
- Rest well; get enough sleep.
- Manage stress with yoga and meditation.
- Limit alcohol and smoking.
- Heart failure needs immediate medical attention. To manage this effect, the doctor's instructions must be followed strictly.
- Take care of change in your weight as there can be sudden changes.
- Rest and refrain from physical activity, and restart after a few days.
- Reduce your salt intake and control your diet with the help of a dietician.
- Track your symptoms and keep your follow-up appointments to manage severe side effects.
- Cardiac arrest can be prevented by making lifestyle changes such as:
- Eat a nutrient-rich balanced diet.
- Limit foods high in fat, sugar, sodium, and processed meats.
- Exercise for 30-60 minutes daily.
- Maintain a healthy weight.
- Manage stress with relaxation techniques.
- Quit smoking and tobacco use.
- Limit alcohol consumption.
- Get regular heart health checkups and screenings.
- Consider an implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (ICD) if recommended by your healthcare provider.
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Drug Warnings
- Do not take Amidrone 200 Tablet 10's if you are allergic (hypersensitive) to iodine, amiodarone hydrochloride, or any of its other ingredients.
- Do not take if you have sinus bradycardia (slower than normal heartbeat), sinoatrial (SA) or atrioventricular (AV) heart block (abnormal heart rhythm) and do not have a pacemaker fitted, are taking certain other medicines that could affect your heartbeat, or are pregnant or breastfeeding.
- Amidrone 200 Tablet 10's contains lactose, so patients having lactose intolerance should not take it.
- Inform your doctor if you are above 65 years old, have liver problems, have lung problems such as asthma, have optic neuritis (eye problem), or are undergoing surgery.
- Inform your doctor if you have Stevens-Johnson syndrome (flu-like symptoms followed by rashes and blistering of the skin) or toxic epidermal necrolysis (a skin condition characterized by flu-like symptoms, chills, rashes, and peeling of the skin), as Amidrone 200 Tablet 10's can worsen the condition.
Drug-Drug Interactions
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The combination of Amidrone 200 Tablet and Saquinavir may significantly raise the risk of an abnormal heart rhythm.
How to manage the interaction:
Despite the fact that Amidrone 200 Tablet and Saquinavir interact, it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. If you get dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, or fast or racing heartbeats, consult a doctor. Do not stop taking any medications without visiting a doctor.
Taking Amidrone 200 Tablet and Moxifloxacin may significantly raise the risk of an abnormal heart rhythm.
How to manage the interaction:
Taking Amidrone 200 Tablet and Moxifloxacin is not recommended as it can lead to an interaction; it can be taken if advised by a doctor. If you get dizziness, or fast or racing heartbeats, consult a doctor. Do not stop taking any medications without visiting a doctor.
Taking Amidrone 200 Tablet and Ciprofloxacin may significantly increase the risk of an abnormal heart rhythm.
How to manage the interaction:
Taking Amidrone 200 Tablet with Ciprofloxacin is not recommended, it can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult your doctor if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
The combination of Amidrone 200 Tablet and Norfloxacin may significantly raise the risk of an abnormal heart rhythm.
How to manage the interaction:
Despite the fact that Amidrone 200 Tablet and Norfloxacin interact, it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. If you get dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, or fast or racing heartbeats, consult a doctor. Do not stop taking any medications without visiting a doctor.
The combination of Amidrone 200 Tablet and Levofloxacin may significantly raise the risk of an abnormal heart rhythm.
How to manage the interaction:
Despite the fact that Amidrone 200 Tablet and Levofloxacin interact, it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. If you get dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, or fast or racing heartbeats, consult a doctor. Do not stop taking any medications without visiting a doctor.
The combination of Amidrone 200 Tablet and Cisapride may significantly raise the risk of an abnormal heart rhythm.
How to manage the interaction:
Despite the fact that Amidrone 200 Tablet and Cisapride interact, it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. If you get dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, or fast or racing heartbeats, consult a doctor. Do not stop taking any medications without visiting a doctor. Note: Cisapride is no longer available on the market. Cisapride should only be used under the supervision of a doctor.
The combination of Amidrone 200 Tablet and Indinavir may significantly raise the risk of an abnormal heart rhythm.
How to manage the interaction:
Despite the fact that Amidrone 200 Tablet and Indinavir interact, it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. If you get dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, or fast or racing heartbeats, consult a doctor. Do not stop taking any medications without visiting a doctor.
Taking Amidrone 200 Tablet and Ziprasidone may significantly raise the risk of an abnormal heart rhythm.
How to manage the interaction:
Taking Amidrone 200 Tablet with Ziprasidone together should be avoided as it can likely result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or rapid heartbeat, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
The combination of Amidrone 200 Tablet and Dronedarone may significantly raise the risk of an abnormal heart rhythm.
How to manage the interaction:
Despite the fact that Amidrone 200 Tablet and Dronedarone interact, it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor.If you have other cardiac disorders, or imbalances in electrolytes, you may be at greater risk. If you get dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, or fast or racing heartbeats, consult a doctor. Do not stop taking any medications without visiting a doctor.
The combination of Amidrone 200 Tablet and Ritonavir may significantly increase the blood levels of Amidrone 200 Tablet.
How to manage the interaction:
Despite the fact that Amidrone 200 Tablet and Ritonavir interact, it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. If you get dizziness, shortness of breath, weakness, or chest tightness, consult a doctor. Do not stop taking any medications without visiting a doctor.
Drug-Food Interactions
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Grapefruit Juice, Grapefruit
How to manage the interaction:
Consuming grapefruit juice with Amidrone 200 Tablet can cause an increase in Amidrone 200 Tablet levels in your body, which might lead to side effects. Avoid grapefruit juice while being treated with Amidrone 200 Tablet. If you suffer symptoms such as an abnormal heartbeat, chest tightness, blurred vision, or nausea, consult a doctor.
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Protect your skin from sunlight while taking this medicine and for a few months after finishing the course of the treatment. Apply sunscreen lotion that has high SPF (sun protection factor). Cover your face, arms, and legs while going outside.
- Do not drink grapefruit juice as it may increase the risk of side effects.
- Limit caffeine intake.
- Avoid intake of alcohol as it worsens the condition by increasing the risk of liver problems.
- Quit smoking.
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Alcohol
Safe if prescribed
Amidrone 200 Tablet 10's may interact with alcohol and worsen the liver problems. So, it is recommended to avoid alcohol intake while using Amidrone 200 Tablet 10's.
Pregnancy
Consult your doctor
Amidrone 200 Tablet 10's is a category D medicine. It shows harmful effects on the fetus when given during pregnancy.
Breast Feeding
Consult your doctor
Amidrone 200 Tablet 10's may be excreted in breast milk in small amounts. So, it should be avoided in breastfeeding mothers.
Driving
Safe if prescribed
Amidrone 200 Tablet 10's may cause vision problems. So, avoid driving or operating heavy machinery after taking Amidrone 200 Tablet 10's.
Liver
Consult your doctor
Amidrone 200 Tablet 10's may show an effect on the liver. So, it should be used with caution in patients with liver problems.
Kidney
Consult your doctor
Amidrone 200 Tablet 10's should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease only when prescribed by a doctor.
Children
Safe if prescribed
Amidrone 200 Tablet 10's should not be used in children below 12 years of age unless prescribed by a doctor.
Heart
Amidrone 200 Tablet 10's is safe for use in heart patients if recommended by the physician.
Geriatrics
Consult your doctor
Inform your doctor if you have any concerns regarding the use of Amidrone 200 Tablet 10's in geriatric patients.
FAQs
Amidrone 200 Tablet 10's is used to treat an illness called Wolff-Parkinson-White Syndrome (heart beats unusually fast). It also treats other types of fast or uneven heartbeats known as atrial flutter or atrial fibrillation.
Amidrone 200 Tablet 10's is an antiarrhythmic drug used to treat arrhythmias (irregular heartbeat). It acts by blocking the potassium channels in the heart and slows down heart activity. It blocks the abnormal electrical activity in the heart and normalizes the heartbeat.
Do not take grapefruit or grapefruit juice, coffee, and alcohol while taking Amidrone 200 Tablet 10's as it increases the risk of side-effects. Do not take other medicines unless prescribed by your doctor.
Amidrone 200 Tablet 10's has a toxic effect on the thyroid and may cause thyroid dysfunction. So, people with hypothyroidism should not take Amidrone 200 Tablet 10's.
Do not take Amidrone 200 Tablet 10's if you are pregnant as it may cause toxic effects to the fetus.
Prolonged use of Amidrone 200 Tablet 10's may cause toxic effects. However, your doctor may prescribe for the long-term if the benefits outweigh the risks. It may also cause proarrhythmic effects when used long-term. Proarrhythmic effects are the medication-induced occurrence of pre-existing arrhythmias.
Wolf-Parkinson-White (WPW) syndrome is a condition in which the upper and lower chambers (ventricles) of the heart cause rapid heartbeat because of an extra electrical pathway present between them.
Amidrone 200 Tablet 10's may cause low blood pressure. Let the doctor know if you have high/low blood pressure before starting Amidrone 200 Tablet 10's. Regularly monitor blood pressure while treatment with Amidrone 200 Tablet 10's.
Amidrone 200 Tablet 10's blocks the abnormal electrical activity in the heart and normalizes the heartbeat.
The warning signs of liver toxicity caused by Amidrone 200 Tablet 10's are nausea, vomiting, fatigue, jaundice (yellowing of skin and eyes), weight loss, and abdominal pain. Consult the doctor if you notice these symptoms.
Yes, Amidrone 200 Tablet 10's is safe if taken in the dose and duration prescribed by the doctor.
Amidrone 200 Tablet 10's may cause vision problems like blurred vision or visual halos around light. Consult the doctor if you experience any vision problems.
Common side-effects of Amidrone 200 Tablet 10's are blurred vision or visual halos around light. Amidrone 200 Tablet 10's may affect thyroid gland function. It may also cause skin photosensitivity (redness or rashes on the sun-exposed skin, especially the face) and tremors when you move your arms or legs. Consult your doctor if any of these effects persist or worsen over time.
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