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I was treated with this medication for atrial fib.even though I have a right bundle branch blockage and the medication stopped my heart. Published: April 02, 2008 ::
I had a fib and mitral valve prolapse. I feel so much better, no shortness of breath, more energetic since starting meds and getting heart rythym under control. I take 50 mg. 2-3 times a day. Medication should always be started in hospital so that doctor can control heart rythym and find right strength for you. Can have severe side effects. It has been a lifesaver for me. Published: May 19, 2009 ::
Ihave ahard time sleeping fall asleepcannot stay asleep Published: November 20, 2008 ::
Tambocor/Flecainide I think is causing my Mom to have dizziness and fainting spells. I have passed out before. I can't stand up without getting dizzy. My blood pressure is good, I am eating well, and I am not dehyrated. Would like to know if others have had the dizzy fainting spells? Published: June 22, 2009 ::
The smallest dosage of this drug is 50mg. I am currently taking 1/2 pill twice a day. Even with this low dose, I still occasionally get a flutter or two during the day. Aside from the inconvenience of having to cut such a small pill, I have had very good results with Tambocor. Published: April 30, 2009 ::
this is the only medication that make me fill like me again Published: February 06, 2009 ::
I was having afib. I have a pacemaker. I was leary at first to take it. I have not had any problems with it. Published: January 19, 2009 ::
i have a fib. was extremely nervous about starting this drug. my cardiologist is on it and approved of it highly but all the other doctors are against it. so far no more a fib but very uneasy about being on it. these reviews made me feel worse but i am trusting in God. Published: July 29, 2008 ::
PREVIOUSLY HAD CARDIOVERSION AND WENT BACK INTO A FIB AFTER ONLY 2 DAYS. THIS MEDICATION PUT ME BACK IN RHYTHM AFTER ONLY 4 DAYS. (SO FAR, SO GOOD) Published: July 27, 2009 ::
I have been on this medication for over 25 years. I am 56 years old and live a very normal, active life...working over 50 hours a week! My only concern is I've been told they are not making the regular form any longer, only the generic. I have been told that the generic is not as effective. Any comments?? Published: January 13, 2009 ::
Dr. raised my flecainide from 150 mgs to 200 a day. My pulse is about 55, however my heart is now beating and hesitating at which time I become light headed. I have atrial fib. I was taking 75 mg twice a day and did not experience these hesitations which also is causing me to feel extremely light headed when my heart hesitates. I believe that 200 mg. is too strong for my body. I have been on 200 mg. daily for 3 days. I take this at 100 mg twice daily. Published: August 10, 2008 ::
it caused pvc's to get worse.A lot more skipped beats,and more irregular beats.Electrophysiologist said it was the worse case of vtach he had ever seen,once stopping drug heart returned to normal rhythm. Published: July 26, 2008 ::
does not work well Published: July 17, 2008 ::
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Tambocor saved me! I had good luck taking this medication. I have been taking 50mg twice daily for the past 5 years. Heart specialist wants me to stop taking medication. I decreased to 50mg once daily for the past 3 monthas and have done very well. I am nervous about not taking any medication b/c I don't want to go back to where I was. The last 3 days, I have not taken any and so far so good! I keep saying my prayers!! Published: October 23, 2008 ::