What Is Arrhythmia

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Irregular Heartbeat (Arrhythmia) Drug Category

Cardiac dysrhythmia (also known as arrhythmia or irregular heartbeat) is any of a large and heterogeneous group of conditions in which there is abnormal electrical activity in the heart. The heartbeat may be too fast or too slow, and may be regular or irregular. A heart beat that is too fast is called tachycardia and a heart beat that is too slow is called bradycardia. There are essentially two main things that can go wrong with the heart: the plumbing and the electrics. Many of us are keenly...

AMITRITTYLINE--WHAT ARE SIDE AFFECTS---AND WHAT IS IT USE FOR??? ## The corrected spelling of this medication is Amitriptyline. It is most commonly used to treat depression, although it is also used to treat bed wetting in children, as well as migraine treatment and prevention (although not as common). Side effects may include weight gain, dry mouth, loss of appetite, drowsiness, muscle stiffness, nausea, constipation, nervousness, dizziness, blurred vision, urinary retention and insomnia. Some rare side effects include tinnitus, hypotension, mania, psychosis, anticholinergic effects, heart block, arrhythmias, lip and mouth ulcers, extrapyramidal symptoms, depression, and hepatic toxicity. You can read more about this medication on the page for . Do you have any other questions or infor...

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pink and white capsule marked mylan5220 ## The capsule in description is Diltiazem hydrochloride XR (120 mg). It is used in the treatment of hypertension, angina pectoris, and some types of arrhythmia. It is also an effective preventive medication for migraines. To view more information about this drug, please click on the link below... Do you have any more questions or information to add? Please post back if you do.

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I was given this for congestion in my lungs , partly from nasal congestion and COPD, would like to know about it. ## I would like to know what this is used for and the side effects ## My husband suffers COPD, lung disease. This is the best medication for him, no side effects. Now, we can't find in any pharmacy, they said that they are not manufacturing any more, because DOCTORS are prescribing more of the new medication that is currently on the market. My husband had used Albuterol for years and that caused him to have Arrhythmia of the heart, then Advar that affected his eyes, then and so on. Only Acetylcyst doesn't have side effects, and maintain his lungs very clean. Please help we need more of this medication!! ## Acetylcysteine is used as a supplement and a pharmaceutical d...

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the dr.pescribed me methylin 4 days ago.I dont want to eat.my body feels drained when i lay down but i can't sleep it's like my body is here but im else where. ## The most common side effects of taking methylphenidate are nervousness and insomnia. Other reactions include hypersensitivity (including skin rash, urticaria, fever, arthralgia, exfoliative dermatitis, erythema multiforme with histopathological findings of necrotizing vasculitis, and thrombocytopenic purpura); anorexia; nausea; dizziness; palpitations; headache; dyskinesia; drowsiness; blood pressure and pulse changes, both up and down; tachycardia; angina; cardiac arrhythmia; abdominal pain; and weight loss during prolonged therapy. Very rare effects include reports of Tourette's syndrome, toxic psychosis, and neu...

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It has PAC20 on it and it is white ## The pill in description is called Betapace. The active ingredient in Betapace is Sotalol; which is used in individuals with rhythm disturbances (cardiac arrhythmias) of the heart, and to treat hypertension in some individuals. Sotalol is used primarily to treat ventricular tachycardia as well as atrial fibrillation. You can view more information regarding Betapace, by visiting the link below... If you have any questions or need help locating more information on this drug, please post back so I can further assist you.

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i found this pill on my floor when i moved into my new home and my child almost got ahold of it... ## Hi Kristin, Based on the description provided, I found your pill to be Atenolol (50 mg). Atenolol can be used to treat cardiovascular diseases and conditions such as hypertension, coronary heart disease, arrhythmias, angina (chest pain) and to treat and reduce the risk of heart complications following myocardial infarction (heart attack). To view information about Atenolol, please refer to the link below... If you have any more questions or concerns, please post back and I will be happy to help you.

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i have found a pill somewhere and i need to know what it is its white and its oval shaped it looks like its in a cap and it has the nubers 402 twice on both sides i think i know for shore on one side i really need your help thanks! ## Sun Pharmaceuticals states that it contains 100mgs of Phenytoin in an extended release formulation, which is most commonly used to prevent seizures, and to treat cardiac arrhythmia. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, mood swings, and weight changes. Are there any other questions?

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Hismanal Astemizole

Astemizole (marketed under the brand name Hismanal, developmental code R43512) was a second-generation antihistamine drug that has a long duration of action. Astemizole was discovered by Janssen Pharmaceutica in 1977. It was withdrawn from the market globally in 1999 because of rare but potentially fatal side effects (QTc interval prolongation and related arrhythmias due to hERG channel blockade).[2][3] Contents 1 Pharmacology 2 Toxicity 3 References 4 Extern...

Hi, I'm am a 27 year old female. I have currently been experiencing arrhythmias terrible over the last 3 weeks. Waiting for an ablation in Dec, having bad side effects from bisoprolol, shortness of breath, tiredness, feeling generally really ill. My doctor has increased my dose to 5 mg. at the min I have also broken out in terrible spots. Has anyone else experienced this and do they settle? Thank you ## It has been known to cause acne, as a side effect, according to the FDA, along with nausea, dizziness, headache, and increased urination. Most side effects are transient and tend to go away with time, once your body gets used to a medication, but you could also speak to your doctor about trying a different medication. Are you on any other medications?

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i need to know what type of pill it is. Its white ## I located a close match to your description containing the numbers 73 / 00 on one side and a triangle logo on the other side. This pill is white and oblong and is called Verapamil HCl SR (240 mg). It has been used in the treatment of hypertension, angina pectoris, cardiac arrhythmia, and most recently, cluster headaches. To view information about this drug, please click on the link below... Do you have any more questions or information to add? Please post back if you do.

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I've recently been diagnosed with pleurisy and arrhythmia and want to know if there is any treatment for pleurisy? ## Hello, Kim! How are you? I am very sorry about the issues you're experiencing. It depends on what's caused the pleurisy, according to NIH reports, the underlying condition that caused it must be treated, in order to resolve the pleurisy. Sometimes it is due to an infection, cancer, congestive heart failure, TB, or other health conditions. Were you prescribed any medications? Were any treatment options suggested?

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I am 64 yr old female. 200mg a day. How dangerous is this drug. My Dr. did not want to give it to me, but nothing else worked. Am looking to have an ablation soon. ## Hi sue, I did some research on this medication, and the information I have found is not so promising. There have been deaths linked to this medication and from what I can gather, those deaths have a lot to do with how toxic the medication is. A couple of the black box warnings associated with Amiodarone state that arrhythmias can be worsened and that it may cause significant heart block. If your doctor is afraid to give this to you, I would honestly listen to him and not take any chances. There is no way to know for sure if it will cause you any problems, but is it really worth the risk? Is there ANYTHING else that you can...

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yellow, round one side GG264 ## Based on the description provided, I found your pill to be Atenolol (100 mg). This pill however is noted to be white and not yellow in drug databases. Atenolol can be used to treat cardiovascular diseases and conditions such as hypertension, coronary heart disease, arrhythmias, angina (chest pain) and to treat and reduce the risk of heart complications following myocardial infarction (heart attack). To view information about Atenolol, please refer to the link below... If you have any more questions or concerns, please post back and I will be happy to help you.

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My mother has a pacemaker but was never taken off Rythmol... We were wondering why she still should take Rythmol? ## It contains the active ingredient Propafenone, which is used to help prevent cardiac arrhythmia, and she should take it as long as her doctor deems it appropriate for her to do so. The pacemaker cannot do everything, so she could still be at risk, if she stops the medication. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, increased urination, lowered heart rate, headache, and hypotension. Is she on any other medications? Why was the pacemaker implanted? At this time, even with the pacemaker, it is very important to keep her cardiac rhythm under control. In most cases, it takes multiple methods to help prolong someone's life, and to pro...

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The clinic was asked for a substitute for Arycor as this was expensive. Adco Napamol was given, is this the same? ## Hello, Jan! How are you? No, they are not the same, at all. Napamol just contains Paracetamol/Acetaminophen, so it's equivalent to Tylenol. But Arycor contains the active ingredient Amiodarone, which is used to treat heart arrhythmia. Its side effects may include nausea, dizziness, headache and abnormal liver enzyme results. Is there anything else I can help with?

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does methadose cut the effectiveness of azithromycin or does Azithromycin cut the effectiveness of methadone? ## Neither, the listed reaction between them has nothing to do with reduced effectiveness. It's actually due to the fact that taking them together increases the risk of prolongation of the QT interval and cardiac arrhythmias. Are there any other questions or comments?

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Prescription Drug, medium white round pill with a cross on one side and on the other side is marked with a M and below the M it is marked with a 724... The Bottle which I have the pills in is marked as: VERAPAMIL, HCL 120MG PO TAB, TAKE ONE TABLET DAILY. At the Bottom of the Bottle it is marked as: MYLAN "772 white round scoared film-coated tablet". The other Bottle says the very same thing, except the pill is also marked with the number 772 (Please Help)!!! ## Hi Jerry, MYLAN 772 is identified as Verapamil hydrochloride (120 mg); used in the treatment of hypertension, angina pectoris, cardiac arrhythmia, and most recently, cluster headaches. Manufacturer: Mylan Pharmaceuticals Inc. National Drug Code (NDC): 00378-0772 However it sounds like you may have got the wrong prescripti...

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What is Atetenol used for? ## Atenolol can be used to treat cardiovascular diseases and conditions such as hypertension, coronary heart disease, arrhythmias, angina (chest pain) and to treat and reduce the risk of heart complications following myocardial infarction (heart attack). It is also used to treat the symptoms of Graves Disease, until antithyroid medication can take effect. To learn more click on the link below... Do you have any more questions or information to add? Please post back if you do. ## I have been on Atetenol for 12 years and it still makes me drowsy. Is this normal???? Thank you Billie

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WHAT IS THIS MEDICINE FOR ## Verapamil extended release (240 mg) has been used in the treatment of hypertension, angina pectoris, cardiac arrhythmia, and most recently, cluster headaches. To view more detailed information about this drug, please visit the link below... Do you have any more questions or information to add? Please post back if you do. ## Does verapsmil causes bone disorder? ## Is there a difference between verapamil hcl er and verapamil er? ## I am just getting ready to take my very 1st Verapamil er pm 300 mg pill, i worry about side effects big time, the e r doctor had me on cartia xt 180 mg extented release capsules, then after 7 days upped those to 360 mg's, still kept my b/p the same 167/99 [115]<<<pulse. So i am nervous, for good reason, and why would...

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