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Cordarone 150mg Injection 3ml

Manufacturer :  Sanofi India Ltd
Medicine Composition :  Amiodarone
Prescription vs OTC : Prescription by Doctor required

About Cordarone 150mg Injection 3ml

Cordarone 150mg Injection 3ml regulates the beating of the heart, thus it is known as an anti-arrhythmic. The medicine is generally prescribed to patients who suffer from disorders related to the heart rhythm, such as, ventricular tachycardia and ventricular fibrillation. The drug is mostly used only if the rhythm disorder is life threatening.

The drug can result in serious allergic reactions. Thus make sure you are not allergic to iodine or any other component present in the drug. Patients suffering from AV blockage or those who have a slow heartbeat, also cannot be prescribed Cordarone 150mg Injection 3ml as it can seriously affect the heart.

The drug has to be taken exactly as prescribed by your doctor. This is primarily because misuse or even over dosage of Cordarone 150mg Injection 3ml can result in severe damage to the heart, lungs, liver as well as to the thyroid glands of the body. The most common side effects of Cordarone 150mg Injection 3ml include blurry vision, hypersensitivity, pulmonary toxicity, photo-toxicity and the appearance of halos. Other less common side effects that you may experience are shortness of breath, weakness, cough, dizziness and a numb sensation in the finger as well as toes of the body. Very rarely will you experience a rash or paleness of the skin because of Cordarone 150mg Injection 3ml. If you do have symptoms of any major side effects of using Cordarone 150mg Injection 3ml, contact your medical practitioner and seek his help.

While you are taking the drug make sure you avoid the intake of grape fruit juice or related products. It is also likely that you will develop sensitivity to sunlight, so try not go out when the sun is very bright. If you have to go out in the sun, use sunscreen and make sure you have a hat and goggles on. Patients taking Cordarone 150mg Injection 3ml cannot undergo corneal laser eye surgery.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Cardiologist before using this medicine.

    What are the uses of Cordarone 150mg Injection 3ml

    • Arrhythmia

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Cardiologist before using this medicine.

    What are the contraindications of Cordarone 150mg Injection 3ml ?

    • Allergy

      Not recommended in patients allergic to Cordarone 150mg Injection 3ml

    • Cardiogenic Shock

      Not recommended in patients with cardiogenic shock

    • Heart Block Greater Than First Degree

      Not recommended in patients with second or third-degree atrioventricular block.

    • Sinus Bradycardia

      Not recommended in patients with sinus bradycardia

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Cardiologist before using this medicine.

    What are the side effects of Cordarone 150mg Injection 3ml ?

    • Nausea

    • Constipation

    • Slow Heart Rate

    • Increased Liver Enzymes

    • Altered Taste

    • Increased Level Of Thyroid Hormones

    • Corneal Microdeposits

    • Photosensitivity

    • Decreased Thyroid Stimulating Hormone

    • Tremor

    • Sleep Disorders

    • Eczema

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Cardiologist before using this medicine.

    Key highlights of Cordarone 150mg Injection 3ml

    • Is It safe with alcohol?

      Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.

    • Are there any pregnancy warnings?

      Cordarone 150mg Injection 3ml is unsafe to use during pregnancy.
      There is positive evidence of human fetal risk, but the benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk, for example in life-threatening situations. Please consult your doctor.

    • Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

      Cordarone 150mg Injection 3ml is usafe to use during lactation. \nData suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby, or the mother is suffering from a condition in which breast feeding is not advisable.

    • Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

      Cordarone 150mg Injection 3ml may cause blurring of your vision for a short time just after its use. Do not drive until your vision is clear.

    • Does this affect kidney function?

      Cordarone 150mg Injection 3ml is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Cordarone 150mg Injection 3ml is recommended.
      However, inform your doctor if you have an underlying kidney disease.

    • Does this affect liver function?

      Cordarone 150mg Injection 3ml is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Cordarone 150mg Injection 3ml may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Cardiologist before using this medicine.

    What are the dosage instructions?

    • Are there any missed dose instructions?

      If you miss a dose of Cordarone 150mg Injection 3ml, 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

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Cardiologist before using this medicine.

    Where is the Cordarone 150mg Injection 3ml approved?

    • India

    • United States

    • Japan

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Cardiologist before using this medicine.

    How does this medication work?

    This medicine belongs to the class of an antianginal and antiarrhythmic that blocks the myocardial potassium, calcium, and sodium pathways in cardiac tissues. This protracts the refractory period and the cardiac action potential. It also acts as alpha- and beta-adrenergic receptor inhibitor that reduces sympathetic stimulation of the heart and myocardial oxygen demands.

      Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Cardiologist before using this medicine.

      What are the interactions of Cordarone 150mg Injection 3ml ?

      Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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      References

      • Drug Information Portal [Internet].druginfo.nlm.nih.gov 2022 [Cited 28 May 2022].Available from:

        https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/name/amiodarone

      • -DrugBank Online [Internet].go.drugbank.com 2022 [Cited 28 May 2022].Available from:

        https://go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB01118

      • AMIODARONE injection,solution-DailyMed [Internet].dailymed.nlm.nih.gov 2022 [Cited 28 May 2022].Available from:

        https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/search.cfm?labeltype=all&query=AMIODARONE

      Disclaimer : The information produced here is best of our knowledge and experience and we have tried our best to make it as accurate and up-to-date as possible, but we would like to request that it should not be treated as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment.

      Lybrate is a medium to provide our audience with the common information on medicines and does not guarantee its accuracy or exhaustiveness. Even if there is no mention of a warning for any drug or combination, it never means that we are claiming that the drug or combination is safe for consumption without any proper consultation with an expert.

      Lybrate does not take responsibility for any aspect of medicines or treatments. If you have any doubts about your medication, we strongly recommend you to see a doctor immediately.
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