Have CHF and dr prescribed Amiodarone but I have side effects and looking for alternate drug to replace Amiodarone
What are alternate options for Amiodarone?
Question posted by Clotfelter on 16 June 2016
Last updated on 2 March 2017
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Shamal
17 June 2016
Multaq was initially used as an Amiodarone alternative but it was discovered that it worsened CHF - even leading to death. It is not a good option( according to several docs) for CHF patients. Currently, Amiodarone is the " big gun" for arrhythmia and doctors usually prescribe as a last resort when all other alternatives have been ineffective. Ask your doctor. They might be able to safely keep you at a lower maintaining dose down the road.
fruitfirst
2 March 2017
I would have a 5 Box TTM Surgery!
I had it in 20 12 and A-Fib free ever since!
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heart failure, ventricular fibrillation, amiodarone, side effect, prescription, drug
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- Amiodarone uses and safety info
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- Side effects of Amiodarone (detailed)
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