Amiodar Information
Amiodar is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Arrhythmia are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Amiodar has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Amiodar depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Common side effects of Amiodar include Shortness of Breath, Cough, Trembling. While these are the most often observed Amiodar side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Amiodar go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Amiodar's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. Warnings related to Amiodar's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Amiodar can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Amiodar in conditions like Heart Failure, Heart Disease. Some other conditions that can be affected by Amiodar are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Amiodar with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Amiodar, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Amiodar Benefits & Uses
Amiodar is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
Amiodar Dosage & How to Take
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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| Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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| Neonates (0 to 1 month) |
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Amiodar Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Amiodar is used -
Moderate
- Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
Mild
- Nausea or vomiting
- Photosensitivity
- Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
- Paresthesia
- Fatigue
- Flushing
Amiodar Related Warnings
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Is the use of Amiodar safe for pregnant women?
Amiodar has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Amiodar without medical advice.
Severe -
Is the use of Amiodar safe during breastfeeding?
Amiodar may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
Severe -
What is the effect of Amiodar on the Kidneys?
Amiodar is not harmful for kidneys.
Safe -
What is the effect of Amiodar on the Liver?
Using Amiodar does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
Safe -
What is the effect of Amiodar on the Heart?
Amiodar has very mild side effects on the heart.
Mild
Severe Interaction of Amiodar with Other Drugs
Amiodar should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Amiodar Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Amiodar unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Goiter
- Hyperthyroidism
- Hypothyroidism
- Diarrhea (Loose Motions)
- Heart Failure
- Heart Disease
Frequently asked Questions about Amiodar
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Is this Amiodar habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Amiodar.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Amiodar can make you feel drowsy.
Dangerous -
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Amiodar only on doctor's advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Amiodar for mental disorders.
No
Amiodar Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Amiodar
Taking Amiodar with food can show serious side effects. Consult the doctor to avoid this.
Severe -
Interaction between Alcohol and Amiodar
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Amiodar.
Unknown
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Cordarone® (amiodarone HCl)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 533-534
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 141-144
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Cordarone® (amiodarone HCl)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 533-534
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 141-144
