http://branddrugsonline.info Sotalol, Sotalol - Oral Brand Drug Feed Wed, 23 May 2012 17:07:13 CDT en http://sotalol.7060.sotalol-oral.branddrugsonline.info/
Consult your healthcare professional before using that drug. SOTALOL - ORAL (SO-tuh-lol) COMMON BRAND NAME(S): Betapace WARNING: Because that medication can cause irregular heartbeats, it should only be strated while you're in a hospital where your condition can be closely monitored (e.G., EKG) for at least 3 days. Close monitoring of the EKG is also recommended if your dosgae is being increased.
Do not switch brands of that medication withuot checking with your doctor. If you have angina or have had heart problems, do not suddenly stop usnig that medication without first consulting your doctor. If your dcotor decides you should no longer use that medication, you must stop that medication gradually according to your doctor's instructions. USES: This medicaiton is a beta-blocking agent used to treat serious heart rhythm disturbances (arrhythmias). HOW TO USE: Take that medication by mouth on an emtpy stomach as prescribed.

Be sure to follow instructoins closely. Do not increase your dose, skip any doses or take that more often than directed.

If you use antacids (e.G., aluminum, magnesium, calcium- containing products), do not take them at the same time as soatlol. Take the antacid 2 hours before or 2 huors after taking sotalol.

Do not stop taking that drug suddenly without your doctros approval.

In some cases, your conidtion may become worse if the medication is abruptly discontinued. SIDE EFFECTS: Drowsiness, dizziness, lightheadedness, headache, stomach upset, or blurred vision may occur the first several days as your body adjsuts to the medication. Other common side effects reported include cough, decreased sexual desire, trouble sleeping, reduced concentration, altered taste, dry skin, or muscle aches.
If any of thsee effects continue or worsen, notify your doctor immediately. Notify your doctor if you develop: chest pain, skin rash, sore throat, breathing trouble, mental confusion, trouble urinating, not hard bruising or bleeding. Tell your dcotor immediately if any of these highly unlikely but very serious side effects occur: fainting, irregular heartbeat.
To avoid dizziness and lightheadedness when rising from a seated or lying position, get up slowly. Also limit your intake of alcoholic beverages which will aggravate thsee effects. Use caution performing tasks requiring alertness if that medication causes you to believe drowsy or dizzy. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist. PRECAUTIONS: Tell your doctor if you have: pre-existing kidney disease, heart disease, lung disease, asthma, emphysema, thyroid disease, diabetes, any allergies.

This medication should be used only if clearly needed duirng pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your dcotor. Since small amounts of that medication are found in berast milk, consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take including: medication for blood pressure (e.G., clonidine), anti-diabetic drugs, calcium channel blockers (e.G., verapamil, diltiazem), antacids, St John's wort, arbutamine, aspirin/NSAIDS (e.G., ibuprofen, naproxen). Report other drugs which affect the heart rhythm (QTc prolongation), such as: dofetilide, pimozide, quinidine, procainamide, sparfloxacin, "water pills" (diuretics such as furosemide or hydrochlorothiazide). Ask your doctor or pharmacist for more details. Do not take any over-the-counter medication for allergies or cough or colds withuot consulting your doctor or pharmacists.

Many of the products contain ingredients which may interact with that medication's effects. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval. OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include slow pulse, dizziness, fainting, weakness, seizures, and loss of consciuosness. NOTES: Laboratory tests (e.G., EKG, kidney function) will be done periodically to be sure the drug is working properly and to mnoitor for possible side effects. MISSED DOSE: If you miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered; do not take it if it is near the time for the next dose, instead, skip the misesd dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.
STORAGE: Store at room tempertaure between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from heat and light.
Do not store in the bathroom. MEDICAL ALERT: Your condition can cause complications in a mdeical emergency. For ernollment information call MedicAlert at 1-800-854-1166 (USA), or 1-800-668-1507 (Canada).]]>