This first section of our medication database entry focuses on basic drug characteristics, uses and benefits, while part two covers side effects, interactions and additional information.
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Tambocor Consumer Information
TAMBOCOR
Generic Name: flecainide (fleck ANE ide)
Brand Names: Tambocor
What is the most important information I should know about flecainide?
- Do not skip doses or change your dosing schedule without talking to your doctor. Changing your schedule could make your condition much worse.
- Smoking may reduce the amount of flecainide in your body. Do not start or stop smoking without first talking to your doctor. You may need a change in your dosage.
What is flecainide?
- Flecainide affects the way that your heart beats.
- Flecainide is used to treat serious irregularity in heartbeat patterns.
- Flecainide may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.
What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking flecainide?
- Before taking flecainide, tell your doctor if you have
- any other type of heart disease or heart problems,
- liver disease, or
- kidney disease.
- You may not be able to take flecainide, or you may require a lower dose or special monitoring during treatment if you have any of the conditions listed above.
- Flecainide is in the FDA pregnancy category C. This means that it is not known whether flecainide will harm an unborn baby. Do not take flecainide without first talking to your doctor if you are pregnant.
- Flecainide passes into breast milk. It is not known whether flecainide will affect a nursing infant. Do not take flecainide without first talking to your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.
How should I take flecainide?
- Take flecainide exactly as directed by your doctor. If you do not understand these directions, ask your pharmacist, nurse, or doctor to explain them to you.
- Take each dose with a full glass of water.
- Flecainide can be taken with or without food.
- Do not skip doses or change your dosing schedule without talking to your doctor. Changing your schedule could make your condition much worse.
- Store flecainide at room temperature away from moisture and heat.
What happens if I miss a dose?
- Try not to miss any doses of this medication. Missing doses could be very dangerous.
- If you do miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take only your next regularly scheduled dose. Do not take a double dose of this medication. A double dose could be dangerous.
What happens if I overdose?
- Seek emergency medical attention.
- Symptoms of a flecainide overdose include tiredness, dizziness, confusion, difficulty breathing, heart attack, and a worsening irregular heartbeat.
What should I avoid while taking flecainide?
- Smoking may reduce the amount of flecainide in your body. Do not start or stop smoking without first talking to your doctor. Your flecainide dosage may have to be changed.
- Follow any other special instructions given by your doctor regarding food, beverages, or activities.
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