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Cordarone Uses

Amiodarone, cordarone generic name is an oral medication indicated to treat recurrent ventricular fibrillation and recurrent hemodynamically unstable ventricular tachycardia. It helps maintain a normal and steady heartbeat, and it also helps restore normal heart rhythm.

This is available in Cordarone 200 mg tablet forms.

Cordarone Mechanism of Action

This antiarrhythmic medicine acts by inhibiting sodium channels at high pacing frequencies and acting as a noncompetitive antisympathetic. It blocks specific electrical signals in the heart to prevent irregular heartbeat. In addition, this drug’s vasodilation effect could decrease cardiac workload and myocardial oxygen consumption.

How to use Cordarone

To start, read the medication guide or infection leaflet that comes with this product. Do not take this prescription drug if you have not yet fully understood the drug information and warnings written in the guide. In case you need more medical advice or have further questions on how to use this drug, you must ask your physician or pharmacist.

Take this tablet orally. A dose of one or two pills is usually prescribed each day. It can be taken with or without meals, as advised by your doctor. Swallow the drug and drink a glass of water right after. It is not recommended to chew, cut, or crush this medication.

Remember to take the Cordarone tablet regularly and exactly as directed. Make a dosing schedule to achieve the best results. Do not change your dosage and frequency as they will depend on your medical condition and response to treatment. Also, do not stop taking this drug abruptly to avoid worsening conditions.

Side effects of Cordarone

Common side effects:

• Nausea
• Dizziness
• Tiredness or fatigue
• Loss of appetite
• Shaking or tremors
• Constipation
• Trouble sleeping or insomnia

In most cases, the side effects brought about by this medication are mild and will go away even without interventions. If the adverse reactions become worse or persist over time, you may have to hold the medication and consult your doctor or any healthcare professionals. Moreover, you must report severe side effects, including:

• Bleeding or easy bruising
• Skin blisters
• Feeling of numbness or tingling in your hands or feet
• Loss of coordination
• Vision problems
• Uncontrolled movements
• Irregular heartbeat
• Severe dizziness
• Fainting
• Hypothyroidism
• Hyperthyroidism or overactive thyroid
• Symptoms of heart failure (sudden weight gain, unusual tiredness, swelling of the ankles and feet, shortness of breath)

This is not a complete or full list of Cordarone side effects.

Precautions

Before starting to take this medication, you must disclose your full medical history with your doctor, especially any history of thyroid problems, liver problems, and kidney disease. Some disorders and conditions may significantly impact how your body will respond to this medication. Furthermore, you must talk about all the prescription medication, nonprescription medication, supplements, and herbal products you are taking because of possible drug interactions with this antiarrhythmic agent.

Always lookout for an allergic reaction while on this drug. Do not take this prescription drug if you have a known allergy to amiodarone, iodine, or any inactive ingredients each tablet may contain. Immediately discontinue this medication and alert your local medical emergency line once you notice signs of hypersensitivity, such as severe dizziness, swelling of the face and neck, red patches on the skin, hives or itchiness, and breathing trouble.

This type of medication may cause QT prolongation, which could cause a medical emergency. Signs of QT prolongation are severe dizziness, fainting, and fast or irregular heartbeat. To avoid having this abnormal heart rhythm, do not take water pills/diuretics and stay hydrated. You should also monitor for low levels of magnesium and potassium in the blood, for these may further increase the risk of QT prolongation.

Among the adverse effects of this medication are nausea and dizziness. This could be triggered or worsened by alcohol or any similar substances. Avoid or limit your intake of alcohol while taking this prescription drug. You must also practice extreme caution when doing activities that require alertness, such as driving and using machinery.

While taking Cordarone, do not drink grapefruit juice or eat anything that has grapefruit in it. This is because grapefruit could increase the amount of amiodarone in your bloodstream. As a result, there is an increased risk of side effects.

Pregnant and breastfeeding moms must avoid taking this prescription medication. This is because of the probable danger that it may cause to unborn babies and breastfed infants. Take this drug only when clearly needed.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cordarone a steroid?

This medication does not contain steroids.

Can Cordarone affect blood pressure?

This antiarrhythmic drug may lower blood pressure.

Does Cordarone cause weight gain?

Weight gain is not directly linked to amiodarone.

How much does Cordarone cost?

The price of this medication can be found on this page.

Can I purchase Cordarone online?

Yes, you may purchase this drug from this website.