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@macmurf I am also one of the 1% who cannot take amiodarone. I had breathing issues within 2 weeks and a PFT test at 3 weeks showed a 41% decrease in lung diffusion. There is no remedy for the damage amiodarone did to my lungs in that 3 week period. I am a very active 81 yr old and walk 1 1/2 miles on a hilly path. I rest frequently and hope the walking will help my lungs. I don't understand why amiodarone is still used.

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@mart6321 - Your post has me concerned. I've been dealing with multiple lung infections and bronchiectasis. I'm on Amiodarone since the first week of July. I am scheduled for heart ablation on Sept. 9. I'm going to contact my pulmonary doctor via portal to see what he thinks about this medication.