{"id":22558,"date":"2022-07-01T11:48:06","date_gmt":"2022-07-01T11:48:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/?p=22558"},"modified":"2022-07-02T12:32:41","modified_gmt":"2022-07-02T12:32:41","slug":"rhythm-monorm","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/medicines\/rhythm-monorm\/","title":{"rendered":"Rhythm monorm &#8211; Propafenone hydrochloride uses, dose and side effects"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>150 mg and 300 mg&nbsp;film-coated tablets<br>propafenone hydrochloride<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Rytmonorm is and what it is used for<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Rhythm monorm is an irritability reducer&nbsp;used&nbsp;to prevent and normalize severe and difficult-to-treat disorders of the heart rhythm (&nbsp;antiarrhythmics&nbsp;).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What you need to know before taking Rytmonorm<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Do not take Rytmonorm<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>if you are allergic to\u00a0propafenone\u00a0or any of the other ingredients of this medicine (listed in section 6)<\/li><li>if you have a certain type of heart disease (eg Brugada syndrome, sinus node dysfunction, conduction disorders,\u00a0heart failure\u00a0)<\/li><li>if you have very low\u00a0blood pressure<\/li><li>if you have had a heart attack in the last 3 months.<\/li><li>if you have\u00a0a circulatory failure\u00a0(not caused by heart rhythm disorders)<\/li><li>if you have the severe\u00a0obstructive pulmonary disease\u00a0(eg severe\u00a0asthma\u00a0)<\/li><li>if you have\u00a0myasthenia gravis\u00a0(muscle weakness).<\/li><li>if you have electrolyte disturbance e.g.\u00a0disturbed potassium metabolism.<\/li><li>if you are taking medicines containing ritonavir (medicines for\u00a0HIV\u00a0).<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Warnings and Precautions:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You should consult your doctor before starting treatment:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>if you are using a pacemaker.<\/li><li>if you have impaired heart, liver, or kidney function.<\/li><li>if you have low\u00a0blood pressure.<\/li><li>if you have a disturbance in the salt balance.<\/li><li>if you have problems with narrow airways e.g.\u00a0asthma.<\/li><li>If you experience dizziness or fainting spells, always consult a doctor.<\/li><li>if you get an\u00a0infection\u00a0with symptoms such as fever with severe general deterioration or fever with local symptoms of infection such as sore throat\/throat\/mouth or urination problems, you should see a doctor as soon as possible so that a blood test can rule out a lack of\u00a0white blood cells\u00a0(\u00a0agranulocytosis\u00a0).\u00a0It is important that you then have information about your medication.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Rhythm monomers can make heart rhythm disorders worse or worse.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Other medicines and Rytmonorm<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken, or might take any other medicines, including medicines obtained without a prescription.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Rytmonorm should not be used concomitantly with ritonavir (&nbsp;HIV&nbsp;medicine ).<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The effect of Rytmonorm may be affected by or affect other medicines.&nbsp;Tell your doctor if you are using:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>medicines for heart problems or high\u00a0blood pressure\u00a0(eg\u00a0quinidine, mexiletine, propranolol,\u00a0metoprolol\u00a0,\u00a0digoxin,\u00a0amiodarone\u00a0)<\/li><li>drugs that inhibit blood coagulation (eg\u00a0warfarin\u00a0)<\/li><li>medicines for fungal infections (eg\u00a0ketoconazole\u00a0)<\/li><li>antiepileptic\u00a0drugs\u00a0(eg phenobarbital)<\/li><li>medicines for stomach acid problems (eg cimetidine)<\/li><li>drugs for bacterial infections (eg erythromycin, rifampicin)<\/li><li>medicines for\u00a0asthma\u00a0(eg theophylline)<\/li><li>drugs that block the immune system (eg cyclosporine)<\/li><li>antidepressants (eg non-selective monoamine reuptake inhibitors, selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors such as\u00a0fluoxetine,\u00a0and paroxetine\u00a0)<\/li><li>anesthetics (eg\u00a0lidocaine\u00a0).<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Rhythm monorm with food and drink<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You should not drink grapefruit juice when you are being treated with Rytmonorm as it may enhance the effect of the medicine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pregnancy and breastfeeding<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking any medicine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There is a risk that the fetus is affected.&nbsp;Therefore, always consult a doctor before using Rytmonorm during pregnancy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Rytmonorm passes into breast milk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Consult a physician before using Rytmonorm during breastfeeding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Driving and using machines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You are responsible for assessing whether you are fit to drive a motor vehicle or perform risky work that requires increased attention.\u00a0One of the factors that can affect your ability in these respects is the use of drugs due to their effects and\/or\u00a0side effects.\u00a0Descriptions of these effects and\u00a0side effects\u00a0can be found in other sections.\u00a0Read all the information in this leaflet for guidance.\u00a0If you are not sure, talk to your doctor or pharmacist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Rhythm monorm can in some people impair the ability to react, e.g.\u00a0due to\u00a0side effects\u00a0such as blurred vision, dizziness, weakness, and low\u00a0blood pressure\u00a0when getting up.\u00a0This should be borne in mind at times when sharper attention is required, e.g.\u00a0while driving.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Rhythm monorm contains sodium<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This medicine contains less than 1 mmol (23 mg)&nbsp;sodium&nbsp;per tablet, ie it is essentially &#8216;sodium-free&#8217;.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to take Rytmonorm<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Always take this medicine exactly as your doctor has told you.\u00a0Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you are unsure.\u00a0The usual\u00a0dose\u00a0is 150 mg 3 times daily, to begin with.\u00a0Dose\u00a0one is then increased depending on the severity of the arrhythmias.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As the active substance has a bitter taste and has a superficial anesthetic effect, the tablets should be swallowed whole with liquid after a meal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If you take more Rytmonorm than you should<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have ingested too much medicine or if e.g.\u00a0If a child has ingested the medicine by mistake, contact a doctor or hospital for risk assessment and advice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The symptoms of overdose of the drug depend on the size of the overdose.\u00a0Common symptoms are heart attack, headache, dizziness, visual disturbances, abnormal sensations, tremors, nausea, and\u00a0dry mouth.\u00a0Severe overdose may also cause convulsions, drowsiness, unconsciousness, drop in blood pressure, and transient respiratory arrest.\u00a0Deaths have occurred after overdosing with Rytmonorm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Possible side effects<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Like all medicines, this medicine can cause\u00a0side effects, although not everybody gets them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Side effects&nbsp;are most common in the initial stages of treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Very common (affects more than 1 in 10 people):<\/em>&nbsp;dizziness, disorders of the heart&#8217;s conduction system, palpitations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Common (affects more than 1 in 100 people):<\/em>\u00a0anxiety, sleep disturbances, headache, taste changes, blurred vision, fast or slow heartbeat,\u00a0atrial flutter, shortness of breath, abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation,\u00a0dry mouth, abnormal liver function, chest pain, fatigue, weakness, fever.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Uncommon (affects less than 1 in 100 people):<\/em>\u00a0decreased\u00a0platelet count, decreased appetite, nightmares, fainting, coordination disorder, tingling or numbness in the skin, irregular heartbeat, low\u00a0blood pressure, tense and bloated stomach,\u00a0hives,\u00a0itching rash, reddening of the skin, erection problem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>No known frequency (can not be calculated from the available data):<\/em>\u00a0changes in blood count (eg decreased\u00a0white blood cell count, see also section 2:\u00a0Take special care with Rytmonorm).\u00a0Hypersensitivity, confusion, convulsions, extrapyramidal symptoms such as muscle stiffness and involuntary movements, restlessness,\u00a0ventricular fibrillation,\u00a0heart failure, decreased heart rate, low\u00a0blood pressure\u00a0when getting up, nausea, and imbalance in the gastrointestinal tract.\u00a0Liver side effects include liver damage, biliary obstruction, jaundice, and hepatitis.\u00a0Lupus-like symptoms (including rash, fever, joint pain, and fatigue).\u00a0Blister-filled blisters.\u00a0Decrease in sperm count.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Drug treatment must not be stopped abruptly due to possible&nbsp;side effects&nbsp;without consulting a treating physician.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to store Rytmonorm<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the carton.&nbsp;The expiration date is the last day of the specified month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The medicine should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste.&nbsp;Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines no longer required.&nbsp;These measures will help to protect the environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Contents of the packaging and other information<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Content declaration<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The active substance is: Propafenone hydrochloride 150 mg and 300 mg per tablet respectively<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The other ingredients are Microcrystalline cellulose, carmellose sodium, pregelatinized\u00a0starch, magnesium stearate, hypromellose, macrogol, and titanium dioxide (E 171).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What the medicine looks like and the contents of the pack<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>White to off-white film-coated tablets, biconvex marked &#8220;150&#8221; on one side.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>White to off-white film-coated tablets, biconvex marked &#8220;300&#8221; on one side.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Blister with 100 tablets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Marketing Authorization Holder and Manufacturer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Marketing Authorisation Holder<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>BGP Products AB<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Box 23033<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>104 35 Stockholm<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Manufacturer:<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Mylan Hungary Kft.,<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Mylan utca 1,<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Kom\u00e1rom 2900,<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Hungary<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Rhythm monorm is an irritability reducer used to prevent and normalize severe and difficult-to-treat disorders of the heart rhythm ( antiarrhythmics 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