Procainamide Hcl

Procainamide Hcl Procainamide-Oral,injection Procainamide is used to treat an irregular heartbeat (arrhythmia).

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procainamide Hcl Uses Procainamide is used to treat an irregular heartbeat (arrhythmia). Storage Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from heat and light. Do not store in the bathroom. Overdose If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose include weakness, fatigue, dizziness, fast heartbeat, confusion, and decreased urination. Photos PROCAINAMIDE HCL PROCAINAMIDE HCL How To Use Take Procainamide Hcl at evenly spaced intervals throughout the day and night. It is important to take each dose at the designated time. Do not increase your dose, take this more often or skip any doses since improper dosing may lead to a worsening of your condition. Ask your doctor or pharmacist to help you plan a correct and convenient dosing schedule. Do not stop taking Procainamide Hcl without consulting your doctor. It is important to continue taking Procainamide Hcl even if you feel well. Sustained-release tablets must be swallowed whole. Do not crush or chew them or the long action can be destroyed and the chance of side effects increased. Side Effects Stomach upset, loss of appetite, nausea, diarrhea, bitter taste in mouth, or flushing may occur the first several days as your body adjusts to the medication. If any of these effects continue or worsen, notify your doctor promptly. Notify your doctor if you develop: chest pain, stomach pain, vomiting, hallucinations, depression, fever, chills, mouth sores, sore throat, skin rash, dark urine, muscle aches, joint pain, easy bruising, breathing trouble. Tell your doctor immediately if any of these highly unlikely but very serious side effects occur: dizziness, fainting, irregular heartbeat. Procainamide Hcl can cause blood disorders. Laboratory tests will be done periodically to monitor for these effects. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist. Precautions Tell your doctor if you have: pre-existing kidney disease, heart disease, liver disease, myasthenia gravis, lupus erythematosus, blood disorders, any allergies (especially to procaine, local anesthetic drugs, or aspirin). A preservative (benzyl alcohol) which may be found in the injection form of Procainamide Hcl or in the liquid used to mix the injection form of Procainamide Hcl (diluent) can infrequently cause serious problems (sometimes death) if given by injection to an infant during the first months of life (neonatal period). The risk is greater with lower birth weight infants and is greater with increased amounts of benzyl alcohol. Symptoms include sudden gasping, low blood pressure, or a very slow heartbeat. Report these symptoms to the doctor immediately should they occur. If possible, a preservative-free product should be used when treating neonates. Procainamide Hcl should be used only if clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. Since small amounts of Procainamide Hcl are found in breast milk, consult your doctor before breast-feeding. Missed Dose If you miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered; do not take it if it is near the time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not double-up the dose to catch up. Drug Interactions Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take especially: medication for your heart, beta-blockers, cimetidine, ranitidine, amiodarone, trimethoprim. Report other drugs which affect the heart rhythm (QTc prolongation), such as: dofetilide, pimozide, quinidine, sotalol, sparfloxacin, water pills (diuretics such as furosemide or hydrochlorothiazide). Ask your doctor or pharmacist for more details. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

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