Flecainide Acetate (Oral)

Flecainide Acetate (By Mouth)

Flecainide Acetate (fle-KAY-nide AS-e-tate)

Treats irregular heartbeat (arrhythmias).Belongs to a class of drugs called class antiarrhythmics.

Brand Name(s):

Tambocor
There may be other brand names for this medicine.

When This Medicine Should Not Be Used:

You should not use this medicine if you have ever had an allergic reaction to flecainide. This drug should not be taken if you have certain heart disorders - check with your doctor.

How to Use This Medicine:

Tablet

• Your doctor will tell you how much to take and how often.
  
• Take this medicine exactly as your doctor ordered, even if you feel fine.
  
• May be taken with food, milk, or antacids to avoid stomach upset.
  
• You may need to carry identification stating that you are taking flecainide. Ask your doctor about this.
  

If a dose is missed:

• If you take your medicine 2 times a day and you miss a dose, take it as soon as possible unless you are more than 6 hours late.
  
• If you are more than 6 hours late, skip the missed dose, and take your medicine at your usual time.
  
• You should not use two doses at the same time.
  

How to Store and Dispose of This Medicine:

• Store at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.
  
• Keep all medicine out of the reach of children.
  

Drugs and Foods to Avoid:

Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.

• Tell your doctor if you are taking any other heart medicines such as Lanoxinreg;, Cordaronereg;, or Rythmolreg;.
  

Warnings While Using This Medicine:

• Check with your doctor before taking if you have kidney or liver disease, a recent heart attack, or if you have a pacemaker.
  
• Tell your doctor or dentist that you are taking flecainide before having any kind of surgery.