Rythmol SR User Reviews

Rythmol SR User Reviews

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Comment from: Groovygroomer34, 35-44 Female on Treatment for 1-2 years (Patient)

I have been taking this drug for a year now after a procedure was done to see if I needed ablation. It was determined that I am just a TRUE A-Fibber and put on this medication. I swell in the anckels and hands at times. I do tend to get dizzy sometimes. The skipping of my heart has not completly quit which is very bothersome to me but has deminished more so since taking this med. I have noticed that there are times that my heart seems to feel like it is gurgeling and also will have 2 differant rythums going but soon levels out. I am not sure what to think of this druf but I can tell you that the cost of it is ungodly. For 60 pills of 425mg cost 286.00 and that is horrific for the person that has no insurance and has to pay cash. Published: March 05, 2008 ::

Comment from: Wayne Spaulding, 65-74 Male on Treatment for 1-6 months (Patient)

I only use it when I have an episode of A-Fib. In comparison to other medications I have used it reduces the length of the A-Fib episode considerably. I have no apparent side effects. I have had some serious side effects with other medications used to treat A-Fib. Published: December 31, 2007 ::

Comment from: Etta, 55-64 Female on Treatment for less than 1 month (Patient)

My legs swell up at times and I feel very tired for about an hour after my dosage. Since I have only been on it for two weeks and have had a cardioversion while on it. Therefore, I am not totally certain it is working correctly for me. Time will tell. Published: February 01, 2008 ::

Comment from: KAS, 55-64 Female on Treatment for 1-6 months (Patient)

I have been on 325mg Rythmol SR for about 2 months, before that I tried 225mg, but that didn't help much. I still get a-fib, but less frequently and it doesn't last long. I also still get the pounding heartbeat associated with a-fib, but it's mostly regular (before that it would always trigger irregular heartbeat). I have noticed that I am always tired and don't have much energy, I don't seem to sleep as well either because I never feel well-rested. Unfortunately lack of activity causes me to gain more weight, while I should be losing. Also, if I don't take a pill evey 12 hours or slightly less, a-fib increases dramatically. I am seriously considering ablation to take care of a-fib for good, that is assuming the procedure is successful. I am told the success rate is 70% and it may have to be performed twice. Published: May 01, 2008 ::

Comment from: Lefty, 45-54 Male on Treatment for 6 months - 1 year (Patient)

Was on Rythmol SR 225 for 6 months, felt horrible most of the time. Fatique, upset stomach, lightheaded often. Changed drugs felt better within a week. Published: April 02, 2008 ::

Comment from: llouisej, 45-54 Female on Treatment for 1-6 months (Patient)

Extreme tiredness Published: March 29, 2008 ::

Comment from: thompson911421, 45-54 Male on Treatment for 1-6 months (Patient)

Im A live to see another day. Published: February 01, 2008 ::

Comment from: rpresottlr, 55-64 Male on Treatment for 1-6 months (Patient)

Causes more issues with my heart. When I told this to my Doctor he stated that there are trade offs. I expressed concern he stated that my insurance coverage is lacking and he was hesitiant to do any more tests because the cost would impact the RNPO provider.The fund is small and poorly managed and not enough funds to allow for testing until the first of 2008. Published: October 28, 2007 ::

Comment from: SUSY, 65-74 Female on Treatment for 1-6 months (Patient)

I have been taking this med for several months. I have also had a cardioversion. Before the above procedure, the med alone reduced the a-fib to a flutter. After the procedure,1 month, I have been stable. I do have some side effects, including diarhea. At first my energy level was severely affected but now I seem to have most of my energy back. My biggest concern is $$$$$$! Published: October 05, 2008 ::

Comment from: 65-74 Male on Treatment for 1-6 months (Patient)

so far so good; no side effects Published: June 06, 2008 ::


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