Disopyramide

Information about Disopyramide

Disopyramide uses

Disopyramide is used in the treatment of Arrhythmias.

How disopyramide works

Disopyramide is an anti-arrhythmic medication. It works by blocking abnormal electrical signals in the heart to correct irregular heartbeat to a normal rhythm.

Common side effects of disopyramide

Abnormal heart rhythm, Blurred vision, Worsening of pre-existing glaucoma, Constipation, Dryness in mouth, Urinary retention

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Dr. Betina Chandolia

MDS, BDS

Reviewed By

Dr. Lalit Kanodia

MD (Pharmacology), MBBS

Last updated on:

27 Dec 2019 | 01:08 PM (IST)

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Available Medicine for Disopyramide

Norpace
₹89
RPG Life Sciences Ltd
1 variant(s)
Regubeat
₹35
Glaxo SmithKline Pharmaceuticals Ltd
1 variant(s)

Expert advice for Disopyramide

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 Disopyramide 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.

Frequently asked questions for Disopyramide

Disopyramide

Q. Is Disopyramide used to treat eczema?

Disopyramide is not used to treat eczema

Q. What is Disopyramide phosphate?

Disopyramide phosphate is an anti-arrhythmic drug available for oral administration in immediate-release and controlled-release capsules containing 100 mg or 150 mg of Disopyramide base, present as the phosphate.