Amiodarone (Oral Route)

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Amiodarone (Oral Route)

Drug Information provided by: Micromedex

US Brand Names

  • Cordarone
  • Pacerone

Description

Amiodarone is used to treat life-threatening heart rhythm problems called ventricular arrhythmias. This medicine is used in patients who have already been treated with other medicines that did not work.

Amiodarone belongs to the group of medicines known as antiarrhythmics. It works directly on the heart tissue and will slow the nerve impulses in the heart. This helps keep the heart rhythm normal.

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

Before Using
DR600127 Portions of this document last updated: Dec. 1, 2011

Source: Drug Information provided by: Micromedex

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