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Description
SDZ Amiodarone (Amiodarone) is an antiarrhythmic agent. It is typically used to treat ventricular arrhythmias (abnormal heartbeats) and atrial fibrillation (heart condition that causes an irregular and often abnormally fast heart rate.) The drug prevents the recurrence of life-threatening ventricular arrhythmias and produces a modest reduction of sudden deaths in high-risk patients. It may also have other uses.
Additional information
SDZ Amiodarone (Amiodarone)'s dosage depends on the condition and body weight. Your doctor or pharmacist may have suggested a schedule that is more appropriate for you. Amiodarone injectable will be given to you by a doctor or a nurse in a hospital setting. WARNING: Avoid excessive exposure to sunlight. Use caution and close perioperative (around the time of surgery) monitoring in surgical patients In addition to its desired action, SDZ Amiodarone (Amiodarone) may cause some side effects, notably: It may cause low blood pressure, nausea, vomiting, epithelial keratopathy (the deposition of calcium salts in the superficial layers of the cornea (eye)) It may cause pulmonary (lung) toxicity, fatigue, lack of coordination, constipation, headache Contraindications: Hypersensitivity to amiodarone, iodine, or any component of the formulation, some heart problems (check with your doctor). Taking SDZ Amiodarone (Amiodarone) during pregnancy may be harmful for the baby. Women of childbearing potential should use an effective contraceptive method. Pregnant women should not use this product. If you're planning a pregnancy or become pregnant or breastfeeding, contact your family doctor. A treatment with SDZ Amiodarone (Amiodarone) requires regular monitoring by a doctor. Be sure to see your doctor for all regularly scheduled appointments.SDZ Amiodarone (Amiodarone)
Warning
Each person may react differently to a treatment. If you think this medication may be causing side effects (including those described here, or others), talk to your doctor or pharmacist. He or she can help you to determine whether or not the medication is the source of the problem.
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