Amiodarone

Synonym : -

Molecular Formulae: : C25H29I2NO3,HCL = 681.8

Precautions : Pregnancy and lactation. iodine sensitivity. history of thyroid dysfunction. sino-arterial heart block. sinus bradycardia.

Indications/Uses: Effective in most arrhythmias, but due to adverse effects only used when other drugs fail or are contraindicated. doses 200mg tid, after food, for first week, then reduced.

Interactions : Cotrimoxazole, terfenadine, quinine, ritonavir (risk of ventricular arrhythmias). enhances effect of anticoagulants, phenytoin, digoxin.

Side Effects : Corneal microdeposits. photosensitivity. peripheral neuropathy.drug-induced hepatitis. interstitial lung disease

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Brands with Amiodarone :

Cordarone
Cordarone
Eurythmic
Eurythmic
Pacet
Rivodarone