Propafenone

Information about Propafenone

Propafenone Uses

Propafenone is used in the treatment and prevention of Arrhythmia.

How Propafenone works

Propafenone 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 Propafenone

Dizziness, Taste change, Vomiting, Nausea, Atrioventricular block
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MDS, BDS
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MBA, MD Pharmacology
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MD Pharmacology, MBBS
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MMST, MBBS
Reviewed By
MD (Pharmacology), MBBS
Written By
MDS, BDS
Reviewed By
MD (Pharmacology), MBBS
Last updated
20 Nov 2024 | 04:20 AM (UTC)

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Available Medicine for Propafenone

PradilEmcure Pharmaceuticals Ltd
4191 variant(s)

Expert advice for Propafenone

  • 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 Propafenone 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. 
  • You have been prescribed Propafenone to treat irregular heart rhythm.
  • 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 Propafenone 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 Propafenone

Propafenone

Q. Is Propafenone a beta blocker/ blood thinner/ narcotic/statin/generic drug?

Propafenone is not beta blocker, blood thinner, narcotic or statin. It is a generic drug

Q. Does Propafenone affect blood pressure/make you tired?

Propafenone may cause low blood pressure and make you feel tired

Q. Does Propafenone cause weight gain/hair loss?

Propafenone does not cause weight gain or hair loss

Q. Can I take ibuprofen with Rythmol?

Ibuprofen can be taken with Rythmol (propafenone). But always consult your doctor before taking any medication with Propafenone

Q. Does Propafenone prolong QT interval?

Propafenone doesn't prolong QT interval.

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