Multaq® Patient Assistance
Patients that suffer with a cardiac arrhythmia, including atrial fibrillation or atrial flutter, are often prescribed Multaq®, or dronedarone, to regulate the rhythm of the heart and reduce the risk of hospitalization from heart failure. Multaq® is taken orally twice per day with a meal. The normal dose is 400 mg.
Multaq® Monitoring
A health care professional may monitor your use of Multaq® as part of a patient program, especially if you are taking other medications or nutritional supplements. Serious side effects associated with Multaq® include:
- Heartburn
- Abdominal pain
- Bradycardia
- Increased risk of liver and kidney damage
In certain cases, Multaq® has caused heart failure in patients with moderate to severe congestive heart failure. A physician or health care professional will monitor your heart, liver and kidneys during Multaq® therapy. It is important to report any side effects to your health care provider.
Multaq® Effectiveness
Multaq® is an effective medication used to reduce the risk of hospitalization of patients with cardiac arrhythmias. Multaq® helps patients maintain a regular heart rhythm. However, due to the serious side effects associated with Multaq® and dronedarone, the FDA has required that the packaging for the drug carry a warning to notify patients of the possible risks. Researchers continue to monitor the safety of Multaq® as a treatment for cardiac arrhythmias.
Important Things to Know about Multaq®
The medication Multaq® known adverse drug interactions with certain medications, including:
- Nefazodone
- Ritonavir
- Ketoconazole
- Cyclosporine
Patients who take Multaq® with tricyclic antidepressants, other heart medications, and antibiotics are at an increased risk of abnormal heart rhythms. For these reasons, it is important to work with your physician and other health providers to ensure that you are taking the drug as directed.
Have you experienced adverse side effects as a result of taking Multaq®? Even if you are unsure if your injuries are directly related to Multaq® use, you should speak with an attorney about the possibility of recovering financial compensation for your injuries and loss.
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