Ibutilide Medication Information

Get detailed information on Ibutilide, including pronunciation, uses, dosage guidelines, indications, and instructions on how and when to take it and when to avoid it.

The updated prescription information on Ibutilide provides an overview of possible side effects, precautions, warnings, and storage tips.

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Generic Name : Ibutilide

Pronunciation : eye-BYOO-tih-lide

ICD Code : Y52.2 Therapeutic Classification : Antiarrhythmics

Trade Names/Brand 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.