Flecroin 50 Tablet
Product Info
Prescription required | Yes |
Marketer | Nvron Life Science Ltd |
Active Ingredient | Flecainide (50mg) |
Storage | Store below 30°C |
Chemical Class | Trifluoroethoxy benzamide derivatives |
Habit Forming | No |
Therapeutic Class | CARDIAC |
Action Class | Class I Agents- anti arrhythmic |
User Rating | 4.1 |
User Reviews | 610 |
FAQ
Flecroin 50 Tablet Reviews
Flecroin 50 should be taken regularly as advised by the doctor. You should take it on an empty stomach and at a fixed time. This medicine should not be stopped abruptly without consulting the doctor as this can worsen your condition. Regular follow-up with your doctor is advised while using this medicine.
Side effects like dizziness, blurred vision, headache, weakness, edema (swelling), and irregular heart rate may be seen in some patients. Your doctor may advise for regular monitoring of blood sugar levels and kidney function while you are taking this medicine.
This medicine may not be suitable for some people. You must inform the doctor if you are suffering from any heart, liver or kidney disease. Also, let your doctor know about all the other medications that you are using regularly. This medicine is not usually recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding, so always consult your doctor before taking it.
How Flecroin 50 Tablet Works
How to Use Flecroin 50 Tablet
Benefits of Flecroin 50 Tablet
- In Arrhythmia: Flecroin 50 is used to stabilize heart rhythms (particularly atrial fibrillation). It helps in normalizing an abnormal heart rhythm, preventing it from occurring in the first place, or slowing down the heart rate during an episode. Take it regularly and keep taking it even if you feel better.
Uses of Flecroin 50 Tablet
- Arrhythmia
Flecroin 50 Tablet Side Effects
Safety Tips
Quick Tips
- Do not stop taking medication suddenly without talking to your doctor.
- It may cause dizziness. Do not drive or perform activities require mental focus until you know how it affects you.
- Your doctor may regularly monitor blood sugar level while taking this medicine.
- Inform your doctor if you experience slow or fast heart rate, chest pain, shortness of breath.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
- Your doctor may get blood tests done to check your sodium and potassium levels, kidney function, and lung function before starting treatment with this medicine.
- Do not start any medicine including prescription or over-the-counter medicines without informing your doctor, as they may alter Flecroin 50 levels in your body.
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