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Amiodarone Hydrochloride – Uses, Dosage, and Brands in UAE

Brand Name: CORDARONE
Strength: 200 mg | Form: Tablets
Price in UAE: AED 33.00
Available in UAE pharmacies

About Amiodarone Hydrochloride

Class: | Antiarrhythmic agent Use: | Treatment of life-threatening ventricular arrhythmias, atrial fibrillation, and atrial flutter Adult dose: | Initial loading dose: 800-1600 mg/day for 1-3 weeks; Maintenance dose: 100-400 mg/day Pediatric dose: | Not established; use in pediatric patients should be based on clinical judgment Side effects: | Common side effects include nausea, vomiting, fatigue, dizziness, tremors, and photosensitivity Contraindications: | Severe sinus node dysfuncti

Drug Class

Antiarrhythmic agent

Uses & Indications

Treatment of life-threatening ventricular arrhythmias, atrial fibrillation, and atrial flutter

Storage Requirements

Store at room temperature (20-25°C or 68-77°F); protect from light and moisture

Manufacturer & Packaging

Manufacturer: Sanofi Winthrop Industrie, FRANCE

Package Size

30's (10's Blister x 3)

Price & Supplier

Price in UAE: AED 33.00

Dosage Information

Adult Dose

Initial loading dose: 800-1600 mg/day for 1-3 weeks; Maintenance dose: 100-400 mg/day

Pediatric Dose

Not established; use in pediatric patients should be based on clinical judgment

Side Effects

Common side effects include nausea, vomiting, fatigue, dizziness, tremors, and photosensitivity

Contraindications & Precautions

Severe sinus node dysfunction, second- or third-degree AV block, bradycardia, hypersensitivity to amiodarone or any component of the formulation

Important Warnings

Risk of pulmonary toxicity, hepatotoxicity, thyroid dysfunction, and potential for severe skin reactions; monitor liver function tests, thyroid function tests, and pulmonary function tests regularly during treatment

Other Brands & Strengths Available in UAE

Different brands and strengths of Amiodarone Hydrochloride available in UAE pharmacies:

AMIODARONE HYDROCHLORIDE 200 mg Tablets AMIODARONE HYDROCHLORIDE 50 mg/ml Solution For Injection AMIODARONE HYDROCHLORIDE 50 mg/ml Solution For Intravenous Injection AMIRONE 200 mg Tablets Amiodaron Labatec 50 mg/ml Solution For Injection CORDARONE 200 mg Tablets CORDARONE 50 mg/ml Solution For Injection NEXTERONE 1.5 mg/ml Solution For Injection NEXTERONE 1.8 mg/ml Solution For Injection SEDACORON 200 mg Tablets

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Medical Disclaimer

This information is for educational purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice. Always consult with a licensed healthcare provider or pharmacist in the UAE before taking any medication. The information presented here is specific to medicines available in UAE pharmacies and is regularly updated to ensure accuracy for patients and healthcare professionals in the United Arab Emirates.

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