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drug_recall amiodaroneAmiodarone interactions with other medications can cause serious injury to patients who are taking this anti-arrhythmia prescription medication. Amiodarone is used as an effective treatment to improve the health of patients with atrial and ventricular cardiac arrhythmias. This benzofluran was approved in the United States in 1986. Cordarone and Pacerone are the brand names given to Amiodarone medications.
Amiodarone interactions are a serious concern for anyone who is taking, or has recently taken, Amiodarone in conjunction with other medications. Amiodarone is a drug with a very long half life, meaning that it can take up to six months for the body to completely break down this medication. People who are taking or have taken Amiodarone, should discuss all other medications and drug use with their doctor prior to changing or commencing treatment, in order to avoid adverse Amiodarone interactions.
Amiodarone interactions are possible with virtually any drug that is eliminated by the liver. Amiodarone interactions are also possible with medications that affect the thyroid glands. Grapefruit and grapefruit juice are known to cause adverse Amiodarone interactions; therefore patients should avoid consuming grapefruit while taking Amiodarone. Herbal supplements and vitamins, such as St. John''s Wort, may also cause adverse Amiodarone interactions.
Amiodarone interactions can occur from taking a variety of different prescription medications. Protease inhibitors, calcium channel blockers, beta blockers (antihypertensives), histamine antagonists (i.e. Cimetidine), immunosuppressives (i.e. Cyclosporine), cardiovasculars (i.e. digoxin), anticoagulants (i.e. Warfarin), antibiotics (i.e. Rifampin), and a number of other medications have the potential to cause Amiodarone interactions. Other anti-arrhythmia medications can cause Amiodarone interactions as well, which is an important factor when considering a change in anti-arrhythmia medications.
Amiodarone interactions can cause a number of adverse health problems. The consequences of Amiodarone interactions vary depending on the type of drug that it is interacting with. Symptoms of Amiodarone interactions may include any of the following physical manifestations: dizziness, drowsiness, worsening of heart condition, gastrointestinal (stomach) problems, tremors, skin problems, visual disturbances, and neurological problems. If a patient experiences these or any symptoms of an Amiodarone interaction, they should seek medical attention immediately.
Often, Amiodarone interactions can be treated by lowering the Amiodarone dose that one receives. This, however, is not always completely effective in treating the health consequences of Amiodarone interactions. In order to avoid Amiodarone interactions, a number of cautionary medical procedures can be utilized. Amiodarone is a complex drug whose administration requires close monitoring of a patient''s symptoms, overall condition and laboratory results. Doctors should also be fully aware of potential Amiodarone interactions before they prescribe this medication to their patients.
Atrial fibrillation, the most common type of irregular heartbeat, can be expected in one in four adults over the age of 40. Currently, nearly 2.3 million Americans suffer from atrial fibrillation, a type of arrhythmia that significantly increases risk ...