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Ibutilide - Indications, Dosage, Side Effects and Precautions

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Ibutilide Medication Information

Discover comprehensive details about Ibutilide, including its pronunciation, uses, dosage instructions, indications, and guidelines on how and when to take it or avoid it.

The updated prescription information covers potential side effects, precautions, warnings, and storage recommendations.

Additionally, explore the Ibutilide brands available in India and internationally, along with pricing information. For personalized advice, consult your healthcare provider.

Generic Name : Ibutilide
Pronunciation : eye-BYOO-tih-lide
ICD Code : Y52.2 Therapeutic Classification : Antiarrhythmics

Brand Names or Trade Names of Ibutilide

International :


Covert

Why is Ibutilide Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is an antiarrhythmic agent, prescribed for irregular heart rhythm. It works by slowing the conduction of the irregular heartbeat.

When should Ibutilide not be taken? (Contraindications)

It is contraindicated in patients who are taking itraconazole, prolonged QT interval and hypersensitivity.

What is the dosage of Ibutilide?

IV- Initial dose: For patients weighing >= 60 Kg: 1 mg administered slowly over 10 minutes infusion. For patients weighing < 60 Kg: 0.01 mg/kg administered slowly over 10 minutes infusion.

How should Ibutilide be taken?

It comes as a solution for injection, to be administered by a healthcare provider into the vein.

What are the warnings and precautions for Ibutilide?

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of heart diseases, low level of minerals in blood, any allergy, who are taking other medications, elderly, children, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

• It may cause dizziness, drowsiness, or blurred vision, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.

What are the side effects of Ibutilide?

Heart- Low/high blood pressure, palpitations, slow/fast heart rate, heart failure and fainting.
Gastrointestinal - Nausea.
Central Nervous System- Headache.

What are the other precautions for Ibutilide?

Avoid excess dosage.

What are the storage conditions for Ibutilide?

Store it at controlled room temperature (20° to 25°C).

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