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Is weight gain a side effect of propafenone?
It may cause fainting or serious side effects in some patients. Contact your doctor right away if your symptoms do not improve or if they get worse. Check with your doctor right away if you develop any of the following: chest pain, shortness of breath, swelling of your hands, ankles, or feet, or weight gain.
Can you take propafenone long term?
We conclude that side effects are frequent during long-term propafenone therapy, but most are mild, dose related, and do not limit the use of the drug. Drug discontinuation because of an adverse reaction is only infrequently required.
Does Rythmol slow heart rate?
It works directly on the heart tissue and will slow the nerve impulses in the heart. This helps keep the heart rhythm normal. There is a chance that propafenone may cause new or make worse existing heart rhythm problems when it is used.
Does Rythmol lower blood pressure?
You may have very low blood pressure while taking this medication. Call your doctor if you are sick with vomiting or diarrhea, extreme thirst, loss of appetite, or if you are sweating more than usual.
Can propafenone make you tired?
Dizziness, headache, metallic/salty taste in the mouth, nausea/vomiting, constipation, anxiety, and tiredness may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly.
Can you drink alcohol with propafenone?
When propafenone is prescribed, we recommend advising patients that alcohol consumption and interactions with other drugs can lead to increased levels of the antiarrhythmic agent, with resultant toxicity that can lead to adverse cardiovascular effects.
Is propafenone the same as Rythmol?
Treating an irregular heartbeat can decrease the risk for blood clots, and this effect can reduce your risk of heart attack or stroke. Propafenone is available under the following different brand names: Rythmol and Rythmol SR.
Is propafenone a safe drug?
This drug has a boxed warning. This is the most serious warning from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). A boxed warning alerts doctors and patients about drug effects that may be dangerous. Propafenone should only be used to treat life-threatening abnormal heart rates.
Can Rythmol cause shortness of breath?
shortness of breath (even with mild exertion); swelling in your arms or legs; sudden weight gain; or. fever, chills, sore throat.
Can you take Tylenol with propafenone?
Interactions between your drugs No interactions were found between Rythmol and Tylenol. This does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider.
How quickly does propafenone work?
How long does it take for propafenone to start working? The single oral loading dose of propafenone appears to be highly effective for the conversion of recent-onset AFib, with a relatively quick effect within 2 to 3 hours and no serious adverse effects.
What can you not take with propafenone?
Grapefruit warning Grapefruit or grapefruit juice can increase the amount of propafenone in your body. This can make your irregular heart rate worse. Don’t drink grapefruit juice or eat grapefruit while taking this drug.
What are the side effects of taking propafenone?
Common side effects may include: irregular heartbeats; nausea, vomiting, constipation; headache, dizziness, tired feeling; or unusual or unpleasant taste in your mouth.
Are there any side effects to taking Rythmol?
More frequent side effects include: ventricular arrhythmia, ventricular fibrillation, ventricular tachycardia, first degree atrioventricular block, and unpleasant taste. See below for a comprehensive list of adverse effects.
What kind of drug is propafenone ( Rythmol )?
Propafenone (Rythmol) doesn’t belong to the class of medications called beta-blockers. It does have some beta-blocking effects, though, so you’ll need to be careful taking it with beta-blockers (medications that end in -olol such as metoprolol (Lopressor) or carvedilol (Coreg) ). What class of drug is propafenone (Rythmol)?
Is it safe to take Rythmol during pregnancy?
Tell your doctor all medications and supplements you use. During pregnancy, Rythmol should be used only when prescribed. Rythmol passes into breast milk and may have undesirable effects on a nursing infant.