Amiodarone is used in the treatment of arrhythmias.

Amiodarone is an anti-arrhythmic medication. It works by blocking abnormal electrical signals in the heart to correct irregular heartbeat to a normal rhythm.

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• It is very effective in the treatment of various types of arrhythmias (irregular heart rhythm).
• Amiodarone has several serious adverse effects and is indicated only when the condition is serious and no other treatments are suitable.
• Notify your doctor if you develop breathlessness, persistent cough, jaundice, restlessness, weight loss/gain, or eye problems.
• Avoid direct exposure to sunlight as there may be a risk of photosensitivity.
• Notify your doctor about all other medicines that you are taking as Amiodarone can interact with many medicines.

Ques. Q. Is amiodarone a beta blocker or an ace inhibitor or a diuretic or an inotrope?
No. Amiodarone is belongs to a group of drugs called antiarrhythmics. It works by relaxing overactive heart muscles

Ques. Q. Is amiodarone rich in iodine?
Yes. Amiodarone contains iodine

Ques. Q. Is Amiodarone safe or is Amiodarone safe to take?
Amiodarone is relatively safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor

Ques. Q. Is Amiodarone dangerous?
It can be dangerous if taken in inappropriate doses

Ques. Q. Is Amiodarone dialyzed?
Yes, Amiodarone is dialyzed

Ques. Q. Can I take amiodarone with Viagra(sildenafil) or Tylenol (acetaminophen) or ibuprofen or Benadryl (diphenhydramine)?
Drugs like Viagra(sildenafil), Tylenol (acetaminophen), ibuprofen or Benadryl (diphenhydramine) can increase the side-effects of amiodarone, and vice verca. Please consult your doctor before taking amiodarone with any other drug

Ques. Q. Does Amiodarone lower blood pressure or cause dizziness?
Yes, it causes low blood pressure, dizziness

Ques. Q. Does it causes constipation?
Yes, it causes constipation

Ques. Q. Does Amiodarone affects the heart rate or does it cause prolonged Qt interval?
Amiodarone is an antiarrhythmic agent known to cause prolongation of QT interval and controls the heart rate

Ques. Q. Does Amiodarone stimulate T4 receptors?
No, Amiodarone does not stimulate T4 receptors directly

Ques. Q. Does Amiodarone cause swelling?
Amiodarone can cause swelling due to allergic reaction.