Amiodarone Benefits & Uses

Amiodarone is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Arrhythmia

Other Benefits

Ventricular Tachycardia

Amiodarone 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

Amiodarone Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Amiodarone is used -

Severe

Bradycardia

Moderate

Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
Loss of appetite

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Photosensitivity
Dizziness
Paresthesia
Fatigue
Flushing
Insomnia
Injection Site Allergic Reaction

Common

Amiodarone Related Warnings

Is the use of Amiodarone safe for pregnant women?

Amiodarone shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Amiodarone safe during breastfeeding?

Taking Amiodarone may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Amiodarone should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.

Severe
What is the effect of Amiodarone on the Kidneys?

Amiodarone is completely safe for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Amiodarone on the Liver?

Amiodarone is not harmful for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Amiodarone on the Heart?

Side effects of Amiodarone rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Amiodarone with Other Drugs

Amiodarone should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Amiodarone Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Amiodarone unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Goiter
Hyperthyroidism
Hypothyroidism
Diarrhea (Loose Motions)
Heart Failure
Heart Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Amiodarone

Is this Amiodarone habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Amiodarone is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Amiodarone as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Amiodarone should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Amiodarone is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Amiodarone Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Amiodarone

Taking Amiodarone with food can show serious side effects. Consult the doctor to avoid this.

Severe
Interaction between Alcohol and Amiodarone

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Amiodarone and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown