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

Arrhythmia

Benefits of Normabeat Tablet

In Arrhythmia

Normabeat 50mg Tablet is used to stabilize heart rhythms (particularly atrial fibrillation). It helps in normalizing an abnormal heart rhythm, preventing it from occurring in the first place, or slowing down the heart rate during an episode. Take it regularly and keep taking it even if you feel better.

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

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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

Therapeutic Class

CARDIAC

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FAQs

Q. 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.

Q. 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.

Q. 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.

Q. 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.

Q. 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.

Q. 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.

Q. 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.

Q. 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.

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