Generic Name - Mexiletine
Category - Antiarrhythmics
Indications
Irregular heart rhythm.
Generic Mexiletine is indicated to treat irregular heart rhythm and can slow rapid heartbeats (tachycardia). Mexiletine can help your heart to return to and maintain a normal rhythm. It belongs to a class of drugs called antiarrhythmics.
Generic for Mexiletine Contraindications and Drug Interactions
Generic Mexiletine is contraindicated in patients, who are hypersensitive to this drug, medications that belong to this class of drugs or had an allergic reaction to it in the past.
Generic Mexiletine should not be taken by patients who have a history of the following ailment conditions.
heart disease or problems other than rhythm and heart rate problems
liver disease
low blood pressure
previous heart attack
seizures
There are a number of medications that interact with Generic Mexiletine. It is important to take the doctor's counsel if you are taking any of the following.
ammonium chloride
acetazolamide
cimetidine
disopyramide
medicines to control heart rhythm
phenytoin
sodium bicarbonate
some antidepressants or drugs for anxiety disorders
theophylline
Generic for Mexiletine Dosage
The following information just highlights the general average dosage of GenericMexiletine
The usual recommended dosage of Generic Mexiletine for Arrhythmia (Irregular heart rhythm) is 10 or 20 milligrams taken once a day. For adults over age 65, the usual starting dose is 10 milligrams.
Generic for Mexiletine Adverse Effects
Some of the most serious Generic Mexiletine side Effects include chest pain, continued irregular heartbeats, difficulty breathing, seizures (convulsions), redness, blistering, peeling or loosening of the skin and including inside the mouth.
This is not a complete list of all Side effects. Do concur with your doctor and follow his directions completely when you are taking Generic Mexiletine.
Generic for Mexiletine and Pregnancy
The effects of Generic Mexiletine on pregnant women have not been adequately studies. Hence, if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant, inform your doctor immediately.
Generic for Mexiletine and Breastfeeding
Generic Mexiletine appears in breast milk and could affect a nursing infant. If this medication is essential to your health, your doctor may advice you to discontinue breastfeeding until your treatment is finished.
Generic for Mexiletine and Pediatric
The safety and effectiveness of Generic Mexiletine in pediatric patients have not been established.
Generic for Mexiletine and Geriatric
The dosage selection of Generic Mexiletine in geriatric patients is done keeping in mind the age-related problems they may have.
Note
The above information about Generic Mexiletine serves as an information resource only and is not intended to substitute professional medical advice, examination, diagnosis and treatment. Always seek the counsel of your doctor, physician or pharmacist before starting any new treatment or making changes to existing therapy.
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