Amiodarone (Intravenous Route, Oral Route)

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Amiodarone (Intravenous Route, Oral Route)

Drug Information provided by: Micromedex

US Brand Names

  • Cordarone
  • Cordarone IV
  • Pacerone

Description

Amiodarone belongs to the group of medicines known as antiarrhythmics. It is used to correct life-threatening heartbeat problems called ventricular arrhythmias in adults when other treatments did not work or were not tolerated.

Amiodarone produces its helpful effects by slowing nerve impulses in the heart and acting directly on the heart tissues.

This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.

This product is available in the following dosage forms:

  • Tablet
  • Solution
Before Using
Source: 7E110DB7-45D2-4091-AF32FE446B73C650

DR600127

Portions of this document last updated:

June 1, 2009

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