Normabeat 50mg Tablet
Prescription Required
Product introduction
Normabeat 50mg Tablet is a medicine used to treat certain types of arrhythmia (abnormal heart rhythm). It restores normal heart rhythm by blocking abnormal electrical signals in the heart. This helps to maintain a regular and steady heartbeat.
Normabeat 50mg Tablet should be taken regularly as advised by the doctor. You should take it on an empty stomach and at a fixed time. This medicine should not be stopped abruptly without consulting the doctor as this can worsen your condition. Regular follow-up with your doctor is advised while using this medicine.
Side effects like dizziness, blurred vision, headache, weakness, edema (swelling), and irregular heart rate may be seen in some patients. Your doctor may advise for regular monitoring of blood sugar levels and kidney function while you are taking this medicine.
This medicine may not be suitable for some people. You must inform the doctor if you are suffering from any heart, liver or kidney disease. Also, let your doctor know about all the other medications that you are using regularly. This medicine is not usually recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding, so always consult your doctor before taking it.
Uses of Normabeat Tablet
Side effects of Normabeat Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Normabeat
- Ventricular arrhythmia
- Dizziness
How to use Normabeat Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Normabeat 50mg Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.
How Normabeat Tablet works
Normabeat 50mg Tablet is an anti-arrhythmic medication. It works by blocking abnormal electrical signals in the heart to correct irregular heartbeat to a normal rhythm.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Normabeat 50mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Normabeat 50mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Normabeat 50mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Normabeat 50mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Normabeat 50mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Normabeat 50mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Normabeat 50mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Normabeat 50mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Normabeat Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Normabeat 50mg Tablet, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Normabeat 50mg Tablet
₹18.4/Tablet
Flecarite 50 Tablet
Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd
₹20.3/tablet
10% costlier
Flecroin 50 Tablet
Nvron Life Science Ltd
₹18.6/tablet
1% costlier
Quick tips
- It may cause dizziness. Do not drive or perform activities require mental focus until you know how it affects you.
- Do not start any medicine including prescription or over-the-counter medicines without informing your doctor, as they may alter Normabeat 50mg Tablet levels in your body.
- Your doctor may get blood tests done to check your sodium and potassium levels, kidney function, and lung function before starting treatment with this medicine.
- Your doctor may regularly monitor blood sugar level while taking this medicine.
- Inform your doctor if you experience slow or fast heart rate, chest pain, shortness of breath.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
- Do not stop taking medication suddenly without talking to your doctor.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Trifluoroethoxy benzamide derivatives
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
CARDIAC
Action Class
Class I Antiarrhythmics
Interaction with drugs
Taking Normabeat with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Concurrent use may cause serious disturbance in heart rhythm.
If concurrent use is essential, watch out for symptoms of Flecainide side effects such as headache, nausea, dizziness
Concurrent use may cause serious disturbance in heart rhythm.
Factors such as old age, chronic heart issues, or low potassium levels may more frequently cause disturbance in heart
Concurrent use may cause serious disturbance in heart rhythm.
If concurrent use is essential, watch out for symptoms such as breathlessness, fatigue, drowsiness, sedation, faintne
Concurrent use may cause serious disturbance in heart rhythm.
If concurrent use is essential, watch out for symptoms of Flecainide side effects such as headache, nausea, dizziness
Concurrent use may cause serious disturbance in heart rhythm.
Factors such as old age, chronic heart issues, or low potassium levels may more frequently cause disturbance in heart
Patient concerns
FAQs
Is Normabeat 50mg Tablet a beta blocker?
No, Normabeat 50mg Tablet is not a beta blocker. It belongs to anti-arrythmic class of medicines. It works by blocking the fast sodium channels in the heart, thereby treating it's abnormal rhythm (arrythmias). It slows down certain electrical impulses generated in the heart and stabilizes it.
Is weight gain a side effect of Normabeat 50mg Tablet?
No, weight gain is not a side effect of Normabeat 50mg Tablet. But, it may cause conditions like heart failure and edema (fluid retention) as a side effect. Edema is a condition in which the body swells as the body starts retaining fluid. Due to this, it may appear that you have gained weight. Edema can be due to many reasons, among those heart failure is one. Contact your doctor in case this happens.
Can you drink milk with Normabeat 50mg Tablet?
Interference with the absorption of Normabeat 50mg Tablet have been observed when taken with dairy products (milk, infant formula, and possibly yoghurt). This decreases the level of medicine in the blood and as a result desired effect is not seen. However, it was observed that Normabeat 50mg Tablet side effects were more in children who reduced their milk intake Hence, the dose of Normabeat 50mg Tablet needs to be modified accordingly if there is a change in the quantity of milk intake.
Does Normabeat 50mg Tablet lower your heart rate?
Yes, Normabeat 50mg Tablet may lower your heart rate. It may also cause an increase in heart rate, palpitations, decrease in blood pressure, heart block, and heart attack. Therefore, your doctor may start the treatment in a hospital setting and continuously monitor your condition during the course of treatment. Initially, you will be started on a low dose and then the dose may be gradually increased. Your doctor may also decrease your dose once your condition is controlled.
Is Normabeat 50mg Tablet a dangerous drug?
Evidence suggests that the use of Normabeat 50mg Tablet in patients who had experienced heart attacks within the past 2 years have shown a high possibility of developing another heart attack or death than in people who did not take Normabeat 50mg Tablet. However, there is not enough information available to conclude that people taking Normabeat 50mg Tablet have an increased risk of heart attack or death who have not had a heart attack within the past 2 years. Considering the risks involved Normabeat 50mg Tablet should only be used in people with life-threatening irregular heartbeats. Talk to your doctor about the risks of taking Normabeat 50mg Tablet.
Can I take Normabeat 50mg Tablet and metoprolol at the same time?
You should inform your doctor if you are on metoprolol before starting Normabeat 50mg Tablet. You should not start metoprolol on your own while you are on Normabeat 50mg Tablet. However, in some studies it has been observed that taking a combination of Normabeat 50mg Tablet and metoprolol may be helpful in improving rhythm control in patients with persistent atrial fibrillation (condition in which the upper chambers of the heart do not beat effectively). It helps in controlling the condition more effectively, with better tolerability, fewer side effects, and better compliance.
Can I take Normabeat 50mg Tablet once a day?
Take Normabeat 50mg Tablet exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Your doctor will prescribe a personalized dose for you adjusted to fit your complaints. Take the medicines with sufficient quantity of water. The daily dose is usually taken split up over the day, on an empty stomach or at least one hour before meals.
Does Normabeat 50mg Tablet cause insomnia?
Yes, Normabeat 50mg Tablet can cause both insomnia (difficulty in falling asleep) as well as sleepiness. It may also cause dizziness and visual disturbances. If you experience any of these symptoms, you should avoid driving or operating heavy machinery as it can be hazardous for you. Discuss with your doctor if you are not sure.
Want to share the information?
Disclaimer:
Tata 1mg's sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover everything about particular health conditions, lab tests, medicines, all possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, alerts, etc. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.References
- Sampson KJ, Kass RS. Anti-Arrhythmic Drugs. In: Brunton LL, Chabner BA, Knollmann BC, editors. Goodman & Gilman’s: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics. 12th ed. New York, New York: McGraw-Hill Medical; 2011. pp. 840-41.
- Hume JR, Grant AO. Agents Used in Cardiac Arrhythmias. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ, editors. Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. pp. 239-40
- Nattel S, Gersh BJ, Opie LH. Antiarrhythmic Drugs and Strategies. In: Opie LH, Gersh BJ, editors. Drugs for the Heart. 8th ed. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania: Elsevier Saunders; 2013. pp. 283-84.
- Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 548-49.
- Flecainide acetate. South Ruislip, Middlesex: Aurobindo Pharma - Milpharm Ltd.; 2012 [revised 03 Jan. 2018]. [Accessed 28 Jan. 2019] (online) Available from:
- Flecainide acetate. Birzebbugia, Malta: APL Swift Services (Malta) Limited; 2018. [Accessed 18 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:
- Chaves RG, Lamounier JA. Breastfeeding and maternal medications. J Pediatr (Rio J). 2004;80(5 Suppl):S189-S198. [Accessed 18 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:
- Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO). Flecainide. [Accessed 18 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:
- Flecainide [Package Information Leaflet]. Baddi, Himachal Pradesh: Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd. [Accessed 20 Feb. 2024] (online) Available from:
- Flecainide Acetate [Prescribing Information]. A-S Medication Solutions; 2023. [Accessed 20 Feb. 2024] (online) Available from:
Marketer details
Name: Tas Med India Pvt Ltd
Address: Plot No. 45, N.T.M., Sector -26, Chandigarh
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: January, 2026
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Normabeat 50mg Tablet. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
Expires on or after: January, 2026
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Normabeat 50mg Tablet. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
In case of any issues, contact us
Email ID: [email protected]Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
Lab tests offered by us
Related/Popular tests
20 people bought this recently₹156.4₹190Get 18% OFF
₹141.68+ free shipping with
Inclusive of all taxes
This offer price is valid on orders above ₹1800. Apply coupon HEALTHALL on the cart. Max. coupon discount is ₹380. T&C apply.
1 Strip
10.0 tablets in 1 strip
Cash on delivery available
Get it delivered in 30 mins
Delivering to:
122019, Gurgaon
Additional offers
Airtel Payments Bank: Pay with Airtel Payments Bank and get 10% cashback up to Rs. 200 cashback on a minimum transaction of ₹1000. Valid only for first-time users for Airtel Payments Bank Savings Bank accounts.
Show more 