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Amiodarone HCL Tablets
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What is Amiodarone HCL?
Active Ingredients: Amiodarone HCL
Amiodarone HCL Tablets are an antianginal and antiarrhythmic drug used to treat or prevent life-threatening irregular heartbeats, including ventricular tachycardia or ventricular fibrillation. This medicine helps regulate the heartbeat in people with these heart rhythm disorders of the ventricles.
Amiodarone HCL is classified as a class III antiarrhythmic. It works by blocking potassium currents, which causes overactive heart muscles to relax.
AdvaCare Pharma is a manufacturer and supplier of Amiodarone HCL Tablets. We offer a wide range of reliable and efficacious pharmaceutical medications that are available for global distribution. These drugs are produced in our GMP-certified facilities in China, India, and the USA.
Why are we a leading Amiodarone manufacturer?
Our entire range of pharmaceuticals, including these Amiodarone HCL Tablets, have been manufactured under strict GMP regulations. AdvaCare Pharma is an American pharmaceutical company that is dedicated to manufacturing and distributing high-quality and affordable medical products for a global market. The extensive international network that we partner with includes distributors, hospitals, pharmacies, and a variety of other institutions.
Uses
What is Amiodarone HCL used for?
It's used to treat or prevent ventricular tachycardia or ventricular fibrillation.
How are Amiodarone HCL Tablets used?
This medication has been manufactured to be taken orally.
What dose should be taken?
The usual dose is 400mg, taken once per day. A loading dose of 800-1600mg should be given for 1-3 weeks until desired response, then 400-6000 for 4 weeks.
The pediatric dose for supraventricular arrhythmia is 5-10mg/kg per day. The loading dose should be 10-20mg/kg per dose, given for 7-10 days.
Side Effects
As with all pharmaceuticals, some unwanted effects can occur from the use of Amiodarone HCL Tablets.
Common side effects include, but may not be limited to:
- low fever
- dizziness
- mild nausea
Seek medical attention if the following develop:
- worsening irregular heartbeat pattern
- changes in heartbeats
- lightheadedness
- shortness of breath, swelling, or rapid weight gain
- weight loss
- changes in urination
For a comprehensive list of all side effects, consult a doctor or pharmacist.
If any symptom persists or gets worse, or you notice any other symptoms, please call your doctor immediately.
Precautions
Do NOT use Amiodarone HCL Tablets if:
- You are allergic or hypersensitive to any of the ingredients.
- You have had a hypersensitivity reaction to iodine.
- You have cardiogenic shock, sinus node dysfunction, AV block (2nd or 3rd degree) or bradycardia-associate syncope.
- You have congenital long QT syndrome.
- You have uncorrected electrolyte abnormalities.
This medication may not be suitable for people with certain conditions, including:
- hepatic impairment
- QT prolongation or a family history of QT prolongation
- an implantable cardiac device
- pulmonary disease
- thyroid disease
- recent or upcoming surgery
There is not sufficient evidence to show the safety of this medication during pregnancy. Do not use this medication while breastfeeding. Consult a doctor or healthcare professional before treatment.
Many drugs are known to interact with Amiodarone HCL, including antibiotics, antidepressants, blood thinners, cancer medications, diuretics, cholesterol, blood pressure medication, hepatitis C medications, HIV/AIDs medication,and certain medications for mental illness, such as fluphenazine, lithium, or promethazine.
Why AdvaCare Pharma?
As an industry leader, we are aware of our responsibility to provide affordable and sustainable solutions to improve healthcare worldwide.