Cordarone(Oral)

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Cordarone(Oral)

Generic Name: Amiodarone (oral)
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Amiodarone affects the rhythm of your heartbeats.

Amiodarone is used to help keep the heart beating normally in people with life-threatening heart rhythm disorders of the ventricles (the lower chambers of the heart that allow blood to flow out of the heart). Amiodarone is used to treat ventricular tachycardia or ventricular fibrillation.

Amiodarone is for use only in treating life-threatening heart rhythm disorders.

Amiodarone may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

uses

What isCordarone(Oral)used for?

  • Heart Block
  • Heart Disease
  • Ventricular Arrhythmia
  • Sinus Node Dysfunction
  • Arrhythmias
  • Preexcitation Syndrome
  • Tachyarrhythmia
  • Long QT Syndrome
  • Short QT Syndrome

warnings

What is the most important information I should know aboutCordarone(Oral)?

You should not use this medicine if you are allergic to amiodarone or iodine, or if you have:

  • a serious heart condition called "AV block" (2nd or 3rd degree), unless you have a pacemaker;
  • a history of slow heartbeats that have caused you to faint; or
  • if your heart cannot pump blood properly.

Amiodarone can cause dangerous side effects on your heart, liver, lungs, or thyroid.

告诉你的医生如果你有过:

  • asthma or another lung disorder;
  • liver disease;
  • a thyroid disorder;
  • vision problems;
  • high or low blood pressure;
  • an electrolyte imbalance (such as low levels of potassium or magnesium in your blood); or
  • if you have a pacemaker or defibrillator implanted in your chest.

Taking amiodarone during pregnancy may harm an unborn baby,or cause thyroid problems or abnormal heartbeats in the baby after it is born. Amiodarone may also affect the child's growth or development (speech, movement, academic skills) later in life. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or if you become pregnant.

You should not breast-feed while taking amiodarone, and for several months after stopping.Amiodarone takes a long time to clear from your body.Talk to your doctor about the best way to feed your baby during this time.

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Side Effects

What are the side effects ofCordarone(Oral)?

Get emergency medical help if you havesigns of an allergic reaction:hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Amiodarone takes a long time to completely clear from your body. You may continue to have side effects from amiodarone after you stop using it.

Call your doctor at once if you have any of these side effects, even if they occur up to several months after you stop using amiodarone:

  • wheezing, cough, chest pain, cough with bloody mucus, fever;
  • a new or a worsening irregular heartbeat pattern (fast, slow, or pounding heartbeats);
  • a light-headed feeling, like you might pass out;
  • blurred vision, seeing halos around lights (your eyes may be more sensitive to light);
  • liver problems--nausea, vomiting, stomach pain (upper right side), tiredness, dark urine, jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes);
  • nerve problems--loss of coordination, muscle weakness, uncontrolled muscle movement, or a prickly feeling in your hands or lower legs;
  • signs of overactive thyroid--weight loss, thinning hair, feeling hot, increased sweating, tremors, feeling nervous or irritable, irregular menstrual periods, swelling in your neck (goiter); or
  • signs of underactive thyroid--weight gain, tiredness, depression, trouble concentrating, feeling cold.

Common side effects may include:

  • nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite; or
  • constipation.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding

Can I takeCordarone(Oral)if I’m pregnant or breastfeeding?

D
Positive evidence of risk
Based on FDA pregnancy categories

Taking amiodarone during pregnancy may harm an unborn baby,or cause thyroid problems or abnormal heartbeats in the baby after it is born. Amiodarone may also affect the child's growth or development (speech, movement, academic skills) later in life. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or if you become pregnant.

You should not breast-feed while taking amiodarone, and for several months after stopping.Amiodarone takes a long time to clear from your body.Talk to your doctor about the best way to feed your baby during this time.

Interactions

What drugs and food should I avoid while takingCordarone(Oral)?

避免driving or hazardous activity until you know how this medicine will affect you. Your reactions could be impaired.

Grapefruit may interact with amiodarone and lead to unwanted side effects.Avoid the use of grapefruit products.

Avoid taking an herbal supplement containing St. John's wort.

Amiodarone could make you sunburn more easily. Avoid sunlight or tanning beds. Wear protective clothing and use sunscreen (SPF 30 or higher) when you are outdoors.

Dosage Guidelines & Tips

How to takeCordarone(Oral)?

UseCordarone(Oral)exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.

Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Your doctor may occasionally change your dose. Use the medicine exactly as directed.

You will receive your first few doses in a hospital setting, where your heart rhythm can be monitored.

If you have been taking another heart rhythm medicine, you may need to gradually stop taking it when you start using amiodarone.Follow your doctor's dosing instructions very carefully.

You may take amiodarone with or without food, but take it the same way each time.

It may take up to 3 weeks before your heart rhythm improves.Keep using the medicine as directed even if you feel well.

Amiodarone can have long lasting effects on your body. You may need frequent medical tests while using this medicine and for several months after your last dose.

If you need surgery (including laser eye surgery), tell the surgeon ahead of time that you are using amiodarone.

This medicine can affect the results of certain medical tests. Tell any doctor who treats you that you are using amiodarone.

Store at room temperature away from moisture, heat, and light.

What should I do if I missed a dose ofCordarone(Oral)?

Skip the missed dose and use your next dose at the regular time.Do notuse two doses at one time.

Overdose Signs

What happens if I overdose onCordarone(Oral)?

Overdose symptoms may include weakness, slow heart rate, feeling light-headed, or loss of consciousness.

If you think you or someone else may have overdosed on:Cordarone(Oral), call your doctor or the Poison Control center
(800) 222-1222
If someone collapses or isn't breathing after takingCordarone(Oral),拨打911
911

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