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Anyone have experience with amiodorone as an arrhythmia treatment?

Heart Rhythm Conditions | Last Active: 1 hour ago | Replies (27)
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@scharf

Thanks for all of the comments about Amiodarone. My cardiologist wanted me to start taking it on June 5th, but after reading 4 pages of side effects listed in the MedGuide that involved kidneys, thyroid, eyes, skin, intestines, additional heart issues, etc... I was very concerned and told him I was not taking it. A recent heart Cath procedure showed no more blockages after my triple by-pass surgery, however, I have heart PVC and atrial & ventricular tachycardia. I have another appt scheduled with him in 2 weeks. I may discuss a lower dose for a short period of time or the other drugs than some of you mentioned. The cardiologist has mentioned a defibrillator implant to address my heart issues and wanted me to be on the drug for a month. Still not sure about taking the drug. I have no chest pain or some of the other symptoms...but have had a few dizzy spells and a few palpitations. A Holter Monitor picked up the PVC and Tachycardia. Not sure what is the best decision will be.

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abob | @abob | 22 hours ago

EP had my husband on Amiodarone for 1 month after ablation to help with BP and Rhythm. Then changed him to a different BP med which seems to be working thus far. 🤞

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bettycll | @bettycll | 9 hours ago

Hi - Just to add my experience with Amiodarone... I was put on 400 mg when I first went into AFib. After a year I was very short of breath and nauseous every day. My lungs are scarred permanently from Amiodarone, and I was on steroids for 4 months. In addition, it dropped my heart rate into the 30's. Since Amiodarone stays in your system for up to 6 months, my heart rate did not recover (I passed out), and I then had a pacemaker implanted. Yes, Amiodarone is a very powerful drug and certainly has its uses. I personally will never take it again (although my EP suggested it). For those who do take it, I highly recommend being monitored for the possible side effects. I wish I had been.

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