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Introduction to Arrhythmia

An irregular heartbeat is an arrhythmia (also called dysrhythmia). Heart rates can also be irregular. A normal heart rate is 50 to 100 beats per minute. Arrhythmias and abnormal heart rates don't necessarily occur together. Arrhythmias can occur with a normal heart rate, or with heart rates that are slow (called bradyarrhythmias -- less than 50 beats per minute). Arrhythmias can also occur with rapid heart rates (called tachyarrhythmias -- faster than 100 beats per minute). In the United States, more than 850,000 people are hospitalized for an arrhythmia each year.

What causes an arrhythmia?

Arrhythmias may be caused by many different factors, including:

Coronary artery disease.
Electrolyte imbalances in your blood (such as sodium or potassium).
Changes in your heart muscle.
Injury from a heart attack.
Healing process after heart surgery.
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Mexitil Patient Information Including Side Effects

Brand Names: Mexitil

Generic Name: mexiletine (Pronunciation: mex IL e teen)

What is mexiletine (Mexitil)?

Mexiletine affects the way that your heart beats.

Mexiletine is used to treat seriously irregular heartbeats.

Mexiletine may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.

Mexiletine 150 mg-TEV

brown/orange, imprinted with N 739, 150

Mexiletine 200 mg-TEV

orange, imprinted with N 740, 200

Mexiletine 250 mg-TEV

blue/orange, imprinted with N 741, 250

What are the possible side effects of mexiletine (Mexitil)?

If you experience any of the following serious side effects, stop taking mexiletine and seek emergency medical attention:

an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of your throat; swelling of your lips, tongue, or face; or hives);
a new or a worsening irregular heartbeat pattern;
wheezing, coughing, chest pain, or chest discomfort;
unusual bruising or bleeding; or
fever, sore throat, a sore mouth, mouth ulcers, or an infection.

Other, less serious side effects may be more likely to occur. Continue to take mexiletine and talk to your doctor if you experience

dizziness, lightheadedness, or tiredness;
poor coordination;
dry mouth;
upset stomach, heartburn, vomiting, or decreased appetite;
diarrhea or constipation;
headache or blurred vision;
weakness;
numbness, tingling, or tremor (shaking);
ringing in your ears;
a rash; or
depression.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

What is the most important information I should know about mexiletine (Mexitil)?

Do not skip doses, change your dosing schedule, or stop taking mexiletine without talking to your doctor. Changing your schedule could make your condition much worse.

Use caution when driving, operating machinery, or performing other hazardous activities. Mexiletine may cause dizziness, drowsiness, or blurred vision. If you experience dizziness, drowsiness, or blurred vision, avoid these activities.

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