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Ibutilide

Written By Dr. Anuj SainiReviewed By Dr. Rajeev Sharma
Last updated 25 Nov 2025 | 09:34 AM (UTC)

Ibutilide Uses

Ibutilide is used in the treatment of Arrhythmia.

How Ibutilide works

Ibutilide is an anti-arrhythmic medication. It regulates heart beat by blocking abnormal electrical signals in the heart.

Common side effects of Ibutilide

Nausea, Slow heart rate, Ventricular extrasystoles, Polymorphic ventricular tachycardia, Hypotension (low blood pressure), Atrioventricular block, Tachycardia, Headache
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Expert advice for Ibutilide

  • It is injected into the vein by a doctor or healthcare professional.
  • Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding. 
  • Inform your doctor if you are suffering from liver or kidney disease.

Frequently asked questions for Ibutilide

Ibutilide blocks certain electrical signals in the heart that can cause an irregular heartbeat (arrhythmia). This way, it helps to restore normal heart rhythm and maintains a regular, steady heartbeat.
Ibutilide is administered under the supervision of a trained healthcare professional or a doctor and should not be self administered. The dose will depend on the condition you are being treated for and will be decided by your doctor. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit from Ibutilide.
Ibutilide is generally safe to use. However, you should take it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. It may cause some side effects that are temporary and usually resolve on their own. Your doctor will tell you ways to cope up with them.
The warning signals of liver toxicity include yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), tiredness, nausea, vomiting, dark-colored urine, pale-colored stools, loss of appetite, stomach pain or high temperature. Contact your doctor immediately if you experience these symptoms.
You may experience blurred vision or see a circle around dazzling light (halos). It may also make your eyes dry or sensitive to light. It can even cause permanent blindness. Therefore, consult your doctor in case you experience any such problems while on Ibutilide.