Procainamide

Procainamide is the generic form of a prescription medicine that's used to treat atrial fibrillation, atrial flutter, and arrhythmia.The drug was once sold under the brand names Procan and Pronestyl. But these brands, along with oral forms of the medicine, are no longer available in the United States.Procainamide belongs to a class of drugs called anti-arrhythmics. It works by blocking certain electrical signals in the heart.

Side effects :

• dizziness or lightheadedness
• loss of appetite
• upset stomach
• vomiting
• bitter taste

Dizziness or lightheadedness may occur with this medicine, especially in elderly patients and when large doses are used. Patients should use extra care to avoid falling. Make sure you know how you react to this medicine before you drive, use machines, or do anything else that could be dangerous if you are dizzy or not alert.

Procainamide comes as a capsule and tablet to take by mouth. Immediate-acting procainamide usually is taken every 3 or 4 hours. The long-acting product is usually taken every 6 or 12 hours. Do not cut, crush, or chew extended-release (long-acting) tablets; swallow them whole. You may see a waxy core in your stool if you are taking the extended-release product; this is normal.Procainamide helps control your condition but will not cure it. Continue to take procainamide even if you feel well. Do not stop taking procainamide without talking to your doctor.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Cardiologist before using this medicine.

• Arrhythmia

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Cardiologist before using this medicine.

• Dizziness

• Blurred Vision

• Breathlessness

• Visual Disturbances

• Headache

• Vomiting

• Abdominal Pain

• Increased Liver Enzymes

• Dry Mouth

• Fatigue

• Fever

• Altered Taste

• Constipation

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Cardiologist before using this medicine.

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  Procainamide is probably safe to use during lactation. \nLimited human data suggests that the drug does not represent a significant risk to the baby.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

• Does this affect liver function?

  There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Cardiologist before using this medicine.

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  If you miss a dose of Procainamide, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Cardiologist before using this medicine.

Below is the list of medicines, which contains Procainamide as ingredient

• Pronestyl 250mg Tablet

  Piramal Healthcare Limited

• Pronestyl Injection

  Piramal Healthcare Limited

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Cardiologist before using this medicine.

Procainamide is an antiarrhythmic and local anaesthetic agent. It blocks ionic movement in the cardiac muscles to reduce cardiac muscle excitability and prevents tachycardia by directly stabilizing neuronal membranes. It also increases ventricular stimulation threshold.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Cardiologist before using this medicine.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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• Interaction with Medicine

  Rantac 50Mg/2Ml Injection

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  Peptiran 75Mg/5Ml Syrup

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