Amiodarone-Rivofarm

Arrhythmias are a serious problem for many people. One of the most effective drugs for the treatment of arrhythmias is Amiodarone-Rivopharm. This is an antiarrhythmic drug produced by Rivopharm SA in Switzerland.

Amiodarone-Rivofarm is a representative of the pharmaceutical group of antiarrhythmic drugs that slow down repolarization. Its action is aimed at eliminating heart rhythm disturbances caused by various reasons. The active substance of Amiodarone is amiodarone.

Amiodarone-Rivopharm is available in the form of 200 mg tablets. Depending on the severity of the arrhythmia, the dosage may vary. The medicine is taken orally, usually after a meal.

Indications for the use of Amiodarone-Rivopharm include severe arrhythmias, such as atrial and ventricular extrasystole, WPW syndrome, atrial flutter and fibrillation, ventricular tachycardia, ventricular fibrillation, arrhythmias due to coronary or heart failure, ventricular arrhythmias in patients with Chagas myocarditis.

There are contraindications to the use of Amiodarone-Rivopharm, including hypersensitivity to iodine, thyroid dysfunction, sinus bradycardia, AV block, sinus insufficiency syndrome, severe conduction disorders, cardiogenic shock.

In addition, the use of Amiodarone-Rivopharm may cause side effects, including retinal microdetachments, optic neuritis, pulmonary fibrosis, pneumonitis, pleurisy, bronchiolitis, pneumonia, hyper- or hypothyroidism, nausea, vomiting, impaired liver function, peripheral neuropathies and/or myopathies , extrapyramidal tremor, ataxia, cranial hypertension, nightmares, bradycardia, asystole, AV block, alopecia, epididymitis, anemia, photosensitivity and allergic reactions.

When using Amiodarone-Rivopharm, it is necessary to take into account possible interactions with other drugs. For example, Amiodarone-Rivofarm enhances the effect of indirect anticoagulants and digitalis drugs, and increases the concentration of cyclosporine in the blood. Beta-blockers increase the risk of bradycardia and AV block when used together with Amiodarone-Rivopharm.

Before starting to use Amiodarone-Rivopharm, you should consult with a qualified physician and carefully study the instructions for use. The doctor must assess the risks and benefits of using the medication for each individual patient and prescribe the optimal dosage.

Overall, Amiodarone-Rivopharm is an effective drug for the treatment of arrhythmias, but its use may be accompanied by serious side effects. Therefore, the use of this medicine should only be done under the supervision of a physician.