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Propafenone Hcl is used to treat irregular heartbeats (arrhythmias) and maintain a normal heart rate.
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Rythmol
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propafenone Hcl
Rythmol
Uses
Propafenone Hcl is used to treat irregular heartbeats (arrhythmias) and maintain a normal heart rate.
Storage
- Store at room temperature away from moisture and sunlight.
- Do not store in the bathroom.
Overdose
- If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
- Symptoms of overdose may include fast heartbeat, decreased sexual ability, seizures, dizziness, weakness, fatigue, and metallic taste.
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How To Use
- Propafenone Hcl is sometimes started in the hospital where your dose can be closely checked.
- It is important to take Propafenone Hcl exactly as prescribed.
- Do not increase or decrease your dose without your doctor s approval.
- Propafenone Hcl works best when there is a constant level of Propafenone Hcl in your body.
- To do this, take each dose exactly as prescribed at evenly spaced intervals throughout the day and night.
- Try to take each dose at the same time each day.
- Do not stop taking Propafenone Hcl without consulting your doctor.
- Some conditions may become worse when Propafenone Hcl is suddenly stopped.
Side Effects
- Nausea, vomiting, heartburn, gas, loss of appetite, stomach cramps, dizziness, drowsiness, headache, weakness or changes in sleep habits may occur as your body adjusts to the medicine.
- Other side effects include muscle aches, sweating, dry mouth, tremors and unusual taste in the mouth.
- If any of these symptoms continue or become bothersome, inform your doctor.
- Notify your doctor if you develop: chest pain, rapid heartbeat, blurred vision, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, fever, sore throat, chills, trouble breathing.
- If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
Precautions
- Tell your doctor your medical history, especially: heart problems, kidney or liver problems, any allergies you may have.
- If you are scheduled for dental or medical procedures, inform your doctor/dentist you use Propafenone Hcl.
- Elderly persons are more sensitive to the effects of Propafenone Hcl.
- Use this with caution.
- Propafenone Hcl should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy.
- Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
- It is not known if Propafenone Hcl is excreted into breast milk.
- Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
Missed Dose
- If you miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered if it is within 4 hours.
- If you remember later, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
- Do not double-up the dose to catch up.
Drug Interactions
- Inform your doctor about all the medicines you use (both prescription and nonprescription), especially of: digoxin, beta-blockers (e.g., atenolol, propranolol), cimetidine, "blood thinners (e.g., warfarin), quinidine, rifampin.
- Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
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CONDITIONS OF USE: The information in this database is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgement of healthcare professionals. The information is not intended to cover all possible uses, directions, precautions, drug interactions or adverse effects, nor should it be construed to indicate that use of a particular drug is safe, appropriate or effective for you or anyone else. A healthcare professional should be consulted before taking any drug, changing any diet or commencing or discontinuing any course of treatment.
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