Cordarone Tablet

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Product Info

Prescription required	Yes
Marketer	Sanofi India Ltd
Active Ingredient	Amiodarone (100mg)
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	345

FAQ

Does Cordarone affect blood pressure?

Heart rate may decrease markedly in elderly patients. Patients receiving hepatitis C medicines with amiodarone may suffer from symptoms of bradycardia and heart block. In such cases, the seek urgent medical advice.

What kind of vision problems occur with Cordarone?

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 Cordarone.

What does Cordarone do to the heart?

Cordarone 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.

Is Cordarone safe?

Cordarone is generally safe to use. However, you should take it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. It may cause some side effects that are temporary and usually resolve on their own. Your doctor will tell you ways to cope up with them.

What are the warning signals of liver toxicity caused by Cordarone?

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 if you forget to take Cordarone?

If you miss a dose of Cordarone, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.\n

Cordarone Tablet Reviews

Cordarone is used to treat various types of serious irregular heartbeat (arrhythmia) such as fibrillation and tachycardia. It is an anti-arrhythmic type of medicine and rapidly restores your heart to a steady and regular rhythm.

Cordarone may be taken with or without food, preferably at the same time each day, to avoid a missed dose. Continuous monitoring of blood pressure and heart rate may be needed while taking this medicine. It is important that you keep taking it until your doctor decides it is safe to stop it. 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 lung damage, tachycardia, congestive heart failure, and elevation of liver enzymes. 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. It takes a long time to clear 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.

Before getting this medicine, you should let your doctor know if you have low blood pressure, drink a lot of alcohol or have liver, heart, or thyroid problems. You should also inform your doctor about all other medicines that you are taking as many can seriously affect or be affected by this medicine. Some medicines like certain antibiotics and medicines for depression and mental illness should be avoided with this medicine.

Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor will carry out regular tests to check your liver and thyroid gland. You may also be advised other blood tests, x-rays, and eye tests both before and during treatment.

How Cordarone Tablet Works

Cordarone is an anti-arrhythmic medication. It regulates heart beat by blocking abnormal electrical signals in the heart.

How to Use Cordarone Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Cordarone may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Benefits of Cordarone Tablet

In Treatment of Arrhythmia: Cordarone works by blocking abnormal electrical signals in the heart. This helps control the uneven beating of your heart and helps it to beat normally. This medicine thus prevents serious health problems that can sometimes be fatal and reduces your risk of death.

Uses of Cordarone Tablet

Treatment of Arrhythmia

Cordarone Tablet Side Effects

Safety Tips

Liver ^CAUTION

Cordarone should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Cordarone may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Cordarone may cause hepatic injury. Dose adjustment may be required.

Driving ^UNSAFE

Cordarone 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}

Cordarone 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.

Breast feeding ^UNSAFE

Cordarone is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.

Kidney ^{SAFE IF PRESCRIBED}

Cordarone is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Cordarone is recommended.However, inform your doctor if you have an underlying kidney disease.

Alcohol ^CAUTION

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Cordarone. Please consult your doctor.

Quick Tips

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 Cordarone can interact with many medicines.
Cordarone may cause blurring of vision. Avoid driving or any activity requiring focus until you know how it affects you.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
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.

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