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compositionComposition:AMIODARONE-100MG
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Cordarone 100 mg Tablet 15's
Cordarone 100 mg Tablet 15's

Cordarone Tablet 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. It contains Amiodarone, that controls the heart's uneven beating (arrhythmia) or prevents irregular heartbeat. It reduces the impulses that cause abnormal heartbeat. It may cause common side effects such as blurred vision or visual halos around light. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions.

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More about the Product

Composition :

AMIODARONE-100MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Sanofi India Ltd

Consume Type :

Oral

గడువు తేదీ :

Jan-27

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

NPPA :

Regulated

About Cordarone 100 mg Tablet 15's

Cordarone 100 mg Tablet 15'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.

Cordarone 100 mg Tablet 15'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 Cordarone 100 mg Tablet 15'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 Cordarone 100 mg Tablet 15's if you are allergic to iodine, amiodarone, or any other anti-arrhythmic drugs. Cordarone 100 mg Tablet 15's contains iodine and lactose. So, inform your doctor if you have lactose intolerance or any thyroid problems. Do not take Cordarone 100 mg Tablet 15's if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Do not use it in children unless prescribed by your doctor.

Uses of Cordarone 100 mg Tablet 15's

Cordarone 100 mg Tablet 15's is used to treat serious heart rhythm disorders. The detailed uses of Cordarone 100 mg Tablet 15's are as follows:

  • Ventricular arrhythmias: Cordarone 100 mg Tablet 15's is used to treat serious irregular heartbeats from the lower chambers of the heart.
  • Tachyarrhythmias in Wolff-Parkinson-White Syndrome: Cordarone 100 mg Tablet 15's helps manage abnormal fast heart rhythms associated with this condition.
  • Atrial flutter and atrial fibrillation: Cordarone 100 mg Tablet 15's helps to control fast and irregular heartbeats from the upper chambers of the heart.
  • Paroxysmal supraventricular tachycardia (PSVT): Cordarone 100 mg Tablet 15's is used to treat sudden episodes of abnormally fast heartbeats from the upper heart chambers.
  • Nodal tachycardia: Cordarone 100 mg Tablet 15's helps in the management of abnormal rapid rhythms from the atrioventricular node.

Key Benefits

  • Cordarone 100 mg Tablet 15'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.
  • Cordarone 100 mg Tablet 15's blocks these abnormal electric signals and regulates the heartbeat.

Directions for Use

  • Cordarone 100 mg Tablet 15's can be taken with or without food as advised by your doctor.
  • Cordarone 100 mg Tablet 15's is usually taken once or twice a day, or as prescribed by your doctor.
  • Swallow Cordarone 100 mg Tablet 15's as a whole with a glass of water.
  • Do not crush, break, or chew it.

How Cordarone 100 mg Tablet 15's Works

Cordarone 100 mg Tablet 15's contains 'amiodarone' that controls the heart's uneven beating (arrhythmia) or prevents irregular heartbeat. It blocks the potassium channels and reduces the impulses that cause abnormal heartbeat.
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Alcohol

Unsafe

Cordarone 100 mg Tablet 15's may interact with alcohol and worsen the liver problems. So, it is recommended to avoid alcohol intake while using Cordarone 100 mg Tablet 15's.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

Cordarone 100 mg Tablet 15's is a category D medicine. It shows harmful effects on the fetus when given during pregnancy.

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

Cordarone 100 mg Tablet 15's may be excreted in breast milk in small amounts. So, it should be avoided in breastfeeding mothers.

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Driving

Unsafe

Cordarone 100 mg Tablet 15's may cause vision problems. So, avoid driving or operating heavy machinery after taking Cordarone 100 mg Tablet 15's.

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Liver

Caution

Cordarone 100 mg Tablet 15's may show an effect on the liver. So, it should be used with caution in patients with liver problems.

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Kidney

Caution

Cordarone 100 mg Tablet 15's should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease only when prescribed by a doctor.

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Children

Unsafe

Cordarone 100 mg Tablet 15's should not be used in children below 12 years of age unless prescribed by a doctor.

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Heart

Safe if prescribed

Cordarone 100 mg Tablet 15's is safe for use in heart patients if recommended by the physician.

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Geriatrics

Consult your doctor

Inform your doctor if you have any concerns regarding the use of Cordarone 100 mg Tablet 15's in geriatric patients.

What if I have taken an overdose of Cordarone 100 mg Tablet 15's

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Cordarone 100 mg Tablet 15's as it may cause overdose. The symptoms of overdose include fainting, slow heartbeat, blurred vision, lightheadedness or nausea. If you suspect you have taken overdose or notice signs of overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

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.

Health Queries

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How Soon It Starts Working

  • The time required for Cordarone 100 mg Tablet 15's to start to work: Cordarone 100 mg Tablet 15's ideally shows its action within 2 to 3 days after administration. 
  • The time for which the effects of Cordarone 100 mg Tablet 15's last: The effect of Cordarone 100 mg Tablet 15's lasts for 58 days.

What if you forget to take Cordarone 100 mg Tablet 15's

If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next dose at the scheduled time. Do not take a double dose.

Storage

• Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight. • Keep out of sight and reach of children. • Non cold chain - To be stored in cool places at 10ºC to 25ºC or below 30ºC.

Drug Warnings

  • Do not take Cordarone 100 mg Tablet 15'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.
  • Cordarone 100 mg Tablet 15'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 Cordarone 100 mg Tablet 15's can worsen the condition.

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FAQs

Cordarone Tablet 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.

Cordarone Tablet 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 Cordarone Tablet as it increases the risk of side-effects. Do not take other medicines unless prescribed by your doctor.

Cordarone Tablet has a toxic effect on the thyroid and may cause thyroid dysfunction. So, people with hypothyroidism should not take Cordarone Tablet .

Do not take Cordarone Tablet if you are pregnant as it may cause toxic effects to the fetus.

Prolonged use of Cordarone Tablet 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.

Cordarone Tablet may cause low blood pressure. Let the doctor know if you have high/low blood pressure before starting Cordarone Tablet . Regularly monitor blood pressure while treatment with Cordarone Tablet .

Cordarone Tablet blocks the abnormal electrical activity in the heart and normalizes the heartbeat.

The warning signs of liver toxicity caused by Cordarone Tablet are nausea, vomiting, fatigue, jaundice (yellowing of skin and eyes), weight loss, and abdominal pain. Consult the doctor if you notice these symptoms.

Yes, Cordarone Tablet is safe if taken in the dose and duration prescribed by the doctor.

Cordarone Tablet 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 Cordarone Tablet are blurred vision or visual halos around light. Cordarone Tablet 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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Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

CT Survey No.117-B, L&T Business Park, Saki Vihar Road, Powai, Mumbai 400072.
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