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Tambocor (Flecainide)
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General Medication Fact Sheet for Tambocor
| Field | Information |
|---|---|
| Medication Name | Tambocor |
| Generic Name | Flecainide |
| Boxed/Label Warning | Increased risk of mortality in patients with non-life-threatening ventricular arrhythmias. Proarrhythmic effects. |
| Purpose | Antiarrhythmic medication used to treat certain types of irregular heartbeats (arrhythmias) |
| Mechanism of Action | Blocks sodium channels in the heart, slowing the conduction of electrical impulses |
| Dosage Forms | Oral tablets |
| Available Strengths | 50 mg, 100 mg, 150 mg |
| Dosage Frequency | Typically twice daily, or as directed by a healthcare provider |
| Common Side Effects | Dizziness, blurred vision, headache, nausea |
| Serious Side Effects | New or worsening arrhythmias, heart failure, chest pain, shortness of breath, palpitations, liver dysfunction |
| Drug Interactions | Digoxin, Amiodarone, beta-blockers, calcium channel blockers, other antiarrhythmics, cimetidine |
| Important Notes | Requires careful monitoring by a healthcare provider. Use with caution in patients with structural heart disease. Do not discontinue abruptly. |
| Storage | Store at room temperature away from moisture and light |
| Missed Dose | Take as soon as you remember unless it is almost time for your next dose. Do not double the dose. |
| Alternatives | Amiodarone, Sotalol, Propafenone, Dronedarone |
Tambocor Alternatives
| Medication | Mechanism of Action | Notes |
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| Amiodarone (Cordarone, Pacerone) | Blocks multiple ion channels (sodium, potassium, calcium) | Broad-spectrum antiarrhythmic; can have significant side effects. |
| Sotalol (Betapace, Sotylize) | Beta-adrenergic blocker and potassium channel blocker | Can prolong the QT interval; use with caution. |
| Propafenone (Rythmol) | Sodium channel blocker | Similar mechanism to flecainide but may have a different side effect profile. |
| Dronedarone (Multaq) | Blocks multiple ion channels (potassium, sodium, calcium, and adrenergic receptors) | Related to Amiodarone, but with a different side effect profile. |
Tambocor Side Effects
| Common Side Effects | Serious Side Effects |
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| Dizziness | New or worsening arrhythmias |
| Blurred vision | Heart failure |
| Headache | Chest pain |
| Nausea | Shortness of breath |
| Fatigue | Palpitations |
| Visual Disturbances | Liver dysfunction |
Tambocor Dosage Guide
| Condition | Starting Dose | Maintenance Dose | Administration Notes |
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| Paroxysmal Supraventricular Tachycardia (PSVT) | 50 mg every 12 hours | 50-100 mg every 12 hours | Dose adjusted based on response and tolerance. |
| Paroxysmal Atrial Fibrillation/Flutter (PAF) | 50 mg every 12 hours | 50-100 mg every 12 hours | Dose adjusted based on response and tolerance. |
| Ventricular Arrhythmias | 100 mg every 12 hours | 100-150 mg every 12 hours | Initiate in a hospital setting. Dose adjusted based on response and tolerance. |
Tambocor Price With And Without Insurance
| Purchase Context | Estimated Price |
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| With Insurance | $30 |
| Without Insurance (U.S.) | $200 |
| From CPS | $53 |
