Flecainide Information:

• What

What is flecainide?

Flecainide is used for serious cardiac arrhythmias that cause abnormal heart beating, and for patients that have not responded to other heart medications. Flecainide is a powerful anti-arrhythmic that works a sodium channel blocker that targets the conduction of the heart. Flecainide is also recommended to patients who cannot tolerate other heart medications. 

• How

How do I take flecainide?

Your doctor will give you a personalized dosing schedule to follow while on flecainide. Flecainide is usually administered under a doctor’s supervision to ensure that the heart does not react negatively to the treatment. Follow your doctor’s instructions very carefully while taking flecainide. General dosing instructions recommend that you take flecainide with fluids on an empty stomach or 1 to 2 hours before or after a meal. 

• Precautions

Before taking flecainide, tell your doctor if:

You are allergic to flecainide
You suffer from other heart conditions
You are taking other heart medications
You have liver problems
You have a pacemaker
You have experienced a heart attack
You have high blood pressure
You have diabetes
You are pregnant or plan to become pregnant

• Side Effects

What are the possible side effects of taking flecainide?

The most common side effects experienced by patients on flecainide include: dizziness, blurred vision, difficulty focusing, more frequent irregular heart beating, shortness of breath, weakness, fatigue, and fever. Contact your doctor if you experience: nausea, vomiting, constipation, abdominal pain, decreased appetite, diarrhea, flatulence, and stomach pain. 

• Missed Dose

What if I forget to take a dose of flecainide?

If you forget to take a dose of flecainide, take it as soon as you remember. If you remember to flecainide close to the next day’s dose, skip the missed dose and follow a regular dosing schedule. Do not take more flecainide than is prescribed to you as it may cause serious life threatening side effects. 

• Storage

How do I store flecainide?

Store flecainide in safe storage away from excessive heat, moisture, or cold. Keep flecainide drug tablets out of reach from children. 

• Overdose

What happens if I overdose on flecainide?

An overdose of flecainide can cause serious life-threatening side effects. If you take too much flecainide, call 911 to receive immediate medical assistance.

• Additional Info

Warnings

Do not drive or operate heavy machinery while taking flecainide as it may cause dizziness and vision impairment. Tell your doctor about all of your current medications, including non-prescription supplements before flecainide.

 

Brand Names

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