Aratac (Amiodarone)

Aratac Information

Aratac, with the generic name of Amiodarone, is an antiarrhythmic medication that affects the way that the heart beats.

Aratac Indications

Aratac is mostly prescribed to treat irregular heartbeats.

Aratac Warnings/Precautions

Inform your doctor if you are suffering from any type of conditions below:

• Any type of heart disease or problem
• Liver disease
• Vision problems (especially optic neuritis)
• Thyroid problems
• Need for surgery

There may be an instance that it is not advisable to take Aratac. You may also be required to undergo special monitoring during the treatment period or may be given dosage adjustments.

Aratac belongs to a class of drugs known as FDA Pregnancy Category D. This entails that it is expected to cause harm to an unborn child. Should you be pregnant or planning to be, have a talk with your doctor first before deciding to take this drug.

Aratac is also known to pass into breast milk. Never attempt to take this medication without consulting your doctor first if you are breastfeeding. This is so because the effects that can affect the breastfeeding baby are unknown.

Aratac Intake Instructions

Aratac must be taken as directed by your doctor. If there is any instruction that appears unclear to you, ask your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist.

Each dose is taken with a full glass of water. It is not a stomach irritant so it can be taken on a full or empty stomach. It should be taken the same way regularly to get the most benefit of Aratac.

Aratac Missed Dose

Unless directed by your doctor, Aratac must not be double dosed. If you happen to miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember as long as it is not almost time for the next scheduled dose. Otherwise, skip missed dose and proceed with the next.

Aratac Overdose

Signs of over dosage include:

• Tiredness
• Dizziness
• Confusion
• Slow heart rate
• Yellowing of the skin or eyes
• Diarrhea
• Abdominal pain
• Worsening irregular heartbeats

If you experience any of the above symptoms, seek medical help immediately.

Aratac Side Effects

Stop intake of Aratac and see your doctor if you feel any of these conditions:

• Allergic reactions (such as difficulty in breathing, closing of the throat, swelling of the lips, tongue, face, or hives)
• New or worsening irregular heartbeat pattern
• Wheezing, coughing, chest pain, or chest discomfort
• Yellowing of the skin or eyes
• Changes in vision, blurred vision, or decreased vision
• Cough or shortness of breath
• Fainting
• Tremor or involuntary movement
• Skin rashes

Should you experience the minor effects listed below, continue use of Aratac and have a talk with your doctor:

• Dizziness or tiredness
• Upset stomach, vomiting, decreased appetite, or diarrhea
• Changes in taste
• Poor coordination
• Numbness or tingling
• Bluish-gray discoloration of the skin

For other side effects not mentioned that are particularly causing discomfort, tell your doctor immediately.

Aratac Drug Interactions

• cimetidine (Tagamet)
• Cholestyramine (Questran)
• cyclosporine (Sandimmune, Neoral)
• dextromethorphan (a cough suppressant commonly used in prescription and over-the-counter cough medications)
• digoxin (Lanoxin, Lanoxicaps)
• fentanyl (Duragesic, Actiq)
• lidocaine (Xylocaine, others)
• methotrexate (Rheumatrex)
• rifampin (Rifadin, Rimactane)
• the herbal product St. John's wort
• simvastatin (Zocor)
• theophylline (Theo-Bid, Theo-Dur, Theolair, Elixophyllin, Slo-Phyllin, others)
• warfarin (Coumadin)
• protease inhibitors such as indinavir (Crixivan), lopinavir-ritonavir (Kaletra), nelfinavir (Viracept), ritonavir (Norvir), saquinavir (Fortovase, Invirase)
• phenytoin (Dilantin), ethotoin (Peganone), or mephenytoin (Mesantoin)
• flecainide (Tambocor), procainamide (Pronestyl, Procan SR, Procanbid), quinidine (Cardioquin, Quinaglute, Quinora, Quinidex), disopyramide (Norpace), or other medicines used to treat irregular heartbeats
• beta-blockers such as acebutolol (Sectral), Atenolol (Tenormin), metoprolol (Lopressor), propranolol (Inderal), and others
• calcium channel blockers such as verapamil (Calan, Verelan, Isoptin), diltiazem (Cardizem, Dilacor XR), nifedipine (Procardia, Adalat), felodipine (Plendil), and others

Have a talk with your doctor before deciding to take other prescribed or over-the-counter medicines, including vitamins & minerals, and herbal products.

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