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Tambocor Drug Center
Medical Editor: John P. Cunha, DO, FACOEP
Tambocor (flecainide acetate) is prescribed in certain situations to prevent serious heart rhythm disorders such as serious (possibly fatal) irregular heartbeat (such as persistent ventricular tachycardia and paroxysmal supraventricular tachycardia). It is also used to prevent certain types of irregular heartbeat from returning (such as atrial fibrillation). Tambocor is in a group of drugs called anti-arrhythmics. This medication is available in generic form. Common side effects include dizziness, vision problems, shortness of breath, headache, nausea, shaking, tiredness, or weakness.
The first few doses of Tambocor are administered in a hospital setting in case the medication causes serious side effects. Tell your doctor all medications you are taking. Tambocor may have adverse interactions with many other medications. Interactions may occur with cimetidine, digoxin, diuretics, seizure medications, beta blockers, other heart rhythm medications, and other drugs. During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when needed. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. This medication passes into breast milk. However, this drug is considered unlikely to harm a nursing infant. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
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What is Prescribing information?
The FDA package insert formatted in easy-to-find categories for health professionals and clinicians.
Tambocor Prescribing Information: Indications & Dosage
In patients without structural heart disease, TAMBOCOR (flecainide) is indicated for the prevention of
- paroxysmal supraventricular tachycardias (PSVT), including atrioventricular nodal reentrant tachycardia, atrioventricular reentrant tachycardia and other supraventricular tachycardias of unspecified mechanism associated with disabling symptoms
- paroxysmal atrial fibrillation/flutter (PAF) associated with disabling symptoms
TAMBOCOR (flecainide) is also indicated for the prevention of
- documented ventricular arr...
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What is Tambocor Prescribing Information?
Drug Description - Indications & Dosage - Side Effects & Drug Interactions - Warnings & Precautions - Contraindications - Medication Guide and More
What is Patient information?
Easy-to-read and understand detailed drug information and pill images for the patient or caregiver from Cerner Multum.
Tambocor Patient Information: Side Effects
Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Call your doctor at once if you have a serious side effect such as:
- slow heart rate, weak pulse, fainting, slow breathing (breathing may stop);
- dizziness, fainting, fast or pounding heartbeat;
- feeling short of breath, even with mild exertion;
- swelling, rapid weight gain;
- low potassium (confusion, uneven heart rate, extreme thirst, increased urination, leg disco...
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What is Tambocor Patient Information?
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What is Consumer information?
A concise overview of the drug for the patient or caregiver from First DataBank.
Tambocor Consumer Information: Uses
This medication is used to treat certain types of serious (possibly fatal) irregular heartbeat (such as persistent ventricular tachycardia and paroxysmal supraventricular tachycardia). It is used to restore normal heart rhythm and maintain a regular, steady heartbeat. It is also used to prevent certain types of irregular heartbeat from returning (such as atrial fibrillation). Flecainide is known as an anti-arrhythmic drug. It works by blocking certain electrical signals in the heart that can cause an irregular heartbeat. Treating an irregular heartbeat can decrease the risk for blood clots, an...
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