Duron 150mg Injection
Product Info
| Prescription required | Yes |
| Marketer | Samarth Life Sciences Pvt Ltd |
| Active Ingredient | Amiodarone (150mg) |
| Storage | Store below 30°C |
| Chemical Class | Benzofuran derivative |
| Habit Forming | No |
| Therapeutic Class | CARDIAC |
| Action Class | Class III Agents- anti arrhythmic |
| User Rating | 4.6 |
| User Reviews | 408 |
FAQ
Does Duron 150mg affect blood pressure?
Generally, an oral tablet of Duron 150mg does not affect blood pressure. But, when given through an injection intravenously (in the vein) then it may decrease in the blood pressure. To prevent this your doctor or nurse may give Duron 150mg slowly. Along with that, you may also be prescribed medicines which increase blood pressure (vasopressor agents) to the infusion.
What kind of vision problems occur with Duron 150mg?
You may experience blurred vision or see a circle around dazzling light (halos). It may also make your eyes dry or sensitive to light. It can even cause permanent blindness. Therefore, consult your doctor in case you experience any such problems while on Duron 150mg.
What are the warning signals of liver toxicity caused by Duron 150mg?
The warning signals of liver toxicity include yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), tiredness, nausea, vomiting, dark-colored urine, pale-colored stools, loss of appetite, stomach pain or high temperature. Contact your doctor immediately if you experience these symptoms.
What does Duron 150mg do to the heart?
Duron 150mg blocks certain electrical signals in the heart that can cause an irregular heartbeat (arrhythmia). This way, it helps to restore normal heart rhythm and maintains a regular, steady heartbeat.
Duron 150mg Injection Reviews
Duron 150mg is used to treat various types of serious irregular heartbeat (arrhythmia) such as fibrillation and tachycardia (increased heart rate). It is an anti-arrhythmic type of medicine which rapidly restores your heart to a steady and regular rhythm.
Duron 150mg is given by a slow drip (infusion) into a vein under the supervision of a doctor. Continuous monitoring of blood pressure and heart rate may be needed while this medicine is administered. It is important that you keep having the injections until your doctor decides it is safe to stop them. After this, your doctor may prescribe tablets instead of the injection. If you stop taking this medicine, you may get dangerous uneven heartbeats, which can be life-threatening.
The most common side effects of this medicine include decreased blood pressure (hypotension), decreased heart rate (bradycardia), blurred vision, and application site reaction(pain, itching, and skin redness). This medicine can also cause problems with your liver, lungs, nerves, and thyroid gland. Ask your doctor what signs to look out for and report any symptoms you have. This medicine takes a long time to get cleared from the body. You may continue to have side effects after you stop using it. Ask your doctor about ways to prevent or reduce them.
Duron 150mg is given by a slow drip (infusion) into a vein under the supervision of a doctor. Continuous monitoring of blood pressure and heart rate may be needed while this medicine is administered. It is important that you keep having the injections until your doctor decides it is safe to stop them. After this, your doctor may prescribe tablets instead of the injection. If you stop taking this medicine, you may get dangerous uneven heartbeats, which can be life-threatening.
The most common side effects of this medicine include decreased blood pressure (hypotension), decreased heart rate (bradycardia), blurred vision, and application site reaction(pain, itching, and skin redness). This medicine can also cause problems with your liver, lungs, nerves, and thyroid gland. Ask your doctor what signs to look out for and report any symptoms you have. This medicine takes a long time to get cleared from the body. You may continue to have side effects after you stop using it. Ask your doctor about ways to prevent or reduce them.
How Duron 150mg Injection Works
Duron 150mg is an anti-arrhythmic medication. It regulates heart beat by blocking abnormal electrical signals in the heart.
How to Use Duron 150mg Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Benefits of Duron 150mg Injection
- In Arrhythmia: Duron 150mg belongs to a group of medicines called anti-arrhythmics. It works by blocking abnormal electrical signals in the heart. This helps control the uneven beating of your heart and helps it to beat normally. It is normally only given by injection in a hospital when a fast response is needed or when tablets have not worked or cannot be given. This medicine thus prevents serious health problems that can sometimes be fatal and reduces your risk of death.
Uses of Duron 150mg Injection
- Arrhythmia
Duron 150mg Injection Side Effects
Safety Tips
Driving
UNSAFE
Duron 150mg may cause blurring of your vision for a short time just after its use. Do not drive until your vision is clear.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Duron 150mg is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Duron 150mg is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Duron 150mg is recommended.However, inform your doctor if you have an underlying kidney disease.
Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Duron 150mg. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Duron 150mg should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Duron 150mg may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Duron 150mg may cause hepatic injury. Dose adjustment may be required.
Breast feeding
UNSAFE
Duron 150mg is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Quick Tips
- Your doctor may do regular blood tests, chest X-rays, ECG, eye test, thyroid, liver and lung function tests while you are taking this medicine.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
- Duron 150mg may cause blurring of vision. Avoid driving or any activity requiring focus until you know how it affects you.
- Notify your doctor if you develop breathlessness, persistent cough, jaundice, restlessness, weight loss/gain or eye problems.
- It makes your skin sensitive towards sunlight. Use a sunscreen and wear protective clothing while going out.
- Notify your doctor about all other medicines that you are taking as Duron 150mg can interact with many medicines.
References
- Chaves RG, Lamounier JA. Breastfeeding and maternal medications. J Pediatr (Rio J). 2004;80(5 Suppl):S189-S198.
- Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 54-57.
- Sampson KJ, Kass RS. Anti-Arrhythmic Drugs. In: Brunton LL, Chabner BA, Knollmann BC, editors. Goodman & Gilman’s: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics. 12th ed. New York, New York: McGraw-Hill Medical; 2011. pp. 834-37.
- Hume JR, Grant AO. Agents Used in Cardiac Arrhythmias. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ, editors. Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. pp. 240-41.
- Amiodarone Hydrochloride [Prescribing Information]. Schaumburg, IL: Sagent Pharmaceuticals, Inc.; 2021.
- Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO). Amiodarone.
- Drugs.com. Amiodarone Dosage.
- Nattel S, Gersh BJ, Opie LH. Antiarrhythmic Drugs and Strategies. In: Opie LH, Gersh BJ, editors. Drugs for the Heart. 8th ed. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania: Elsevier Saunders; 2013. pp. 288-95.