Dronedarone is an antiarrhythmic medication used to treat certain types of irregular heartbeats, including atrial fibrillation and atrial flutter. It works by slowing down the heart rate and restoring normal heart rhythm.
The usual recommended dose of dronedarone is 400 mg twice daily with food, or as directed by your doctor. Dronedarone is available in tablet form and should be swallowed whole with water.
The generic name for dronedarone is dronedarone hydrochloride.
Common side effects of dronedarone include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, headache, dizziness, fatigue, and weakness. Less common but more serious side effects include liver problems, lung problems, and heart failure. Dronedarone may also interact with other medications, so it’s important to inform your doctor of all the medications you are taking before starting dronedarone.
It’s important to note that dronedarone can interact with other medications, so it’s important to inform your doctor of all the medications you are taking before starting dronedarone. Your doctor will also need to monitor your heart function and liver function regularly while you are taking this medication.