Ibutilide
Active Ingredients: Ibutilide
Other Names: Corvert
Drug Class: Anti-Arrhythmics
Rx Status: Available by prescription only
Generic Available: No
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What is/are Ibutilide?
What should I tell my health care providers before I take this medicine?
How should I use this medicine?
What if I miss a dose?
What may interact with this medicine?
What side effects may I notice from this medicine?
What should I watch for while using this medicine?
Where should I keep this medicine?
What is/are Ibutilide?
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IBUTILIDE is an antiarrhythmic agent. This medicine can help your heart beat regularly.
This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist if you have questions.
What should I tell my health care providers before I take this medicine?
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They need to know if you have any of these conditions: - liver disease
- low blood magnesium levels
- low blood potassium levels
- other heart problems
- an unusual or allergic reaction to ibutilide, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
- pregnant or trying to get pregnant
- breast-feeding
How should I use this medicine?
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This medicine is for infusion into a vein. It is given by a health-care professional in a hospital or clinic setting.
Talk to your pediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in children. Special care may be needed.
Overdosage: If you think you have taken too much of this medicine contact a poison control center or emergency room at once.
Note: This medicine is only for you. Do not share this medicine with others.
What if I miss a dose?
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This does not apply.
What may interact with this medicine?
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Do not take this medicine with any of the following: - amoxapine
- arsenic trioxide
- certain antibiotics like clarithromycin, erythromycin, gatifloxacin, gemifloxacin, levofloxacin, moxifloxacin, sparfloxacin, telithromycin, troleandomycin
- cisapride
- droperidol
- haloperidol
- hawthorn
- levomethadyl
- maprotiline
- medicines to control heart rhythm
- medicines to treat or prevent malaria like chloroquine or halofantrine
- methadone
- pentamidine
- phenothiazines like chlorpromazine, mesoridazine, prochlorperazine, thioridazine
- pimozide
- ranolazine
- sertindole
- tricyclic antidepressants
- vardenafil
- ziprasidone
This list may not describe all possible interactions. Give your health care providers a list of all the medicines, herbs, non-prescription drugs, or dietary supplements you use. Also tell them if you smoke, drink alcohol, or use illegal drugs. Some items may interact with your medicine.
What side effects may I notice from this medicine?
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Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible: - allergic reactions like skin rash, itching or hives, swelling of the face, lips, or tongue
- fast, irregular heartbeat
- palpitations
- slow heart rate
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your doctor or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):- headache
- increased blood pressure
- nausea
This list may not describe all possible side effects. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
What should I watch for while using this medicine?
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Your condition will be monitored carefully while you are receiving this medicine.
Where should I keep this medicine?
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This drug is given in a hospital or clinic and will not be stored at home.
NOTE: This sheet is a summary. It may not cover all possible information. If you have questions about this medicine, talk to your doctor, pharmacist, or health care provider.
Last Updated:April 19, 2008 COPYRIGHT© Gold Standard, An Elsevier Company |
