Adenosam 200mg Tablet
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Product introduction
Adenosam 200mg Tablet is an anti-arrhythmic medicine used to treat arrhythmia (abnormal heart rhythm). It restores normal heart rhythm by blocking abnormal electrical signals in the heart and improve the condition.
Adenosam 200mg Tablet may be taken with or without food. Take it exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Do not take more or less of the prescribed dose. Take it regularly and at the same time each day to get maximum benefits from the medicine. Do not stop taking the medicine until the full course is completed, even if you feel better.
Common side effects of this medicine include chest discomfort, breathing problems, lightheadedness, dizziness, and tightness in the chest. Consult your doctor if these effects bother you. This medicine is used with caution for some people. Thus, you must inform the doctor if you are suffering from any kidney or liver disease. Also, let your doctor know if you are pregnant or breastfeeding and about all the other medications that you are taking regularly.
Adenosam 200mg Tablet may be taken with or without food. Take it exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Do not take more or less of the prescribed dose. Take it regularly and at the same time each day to get maximum benefits from the medicine. Do not stop taking the medicine until the full course is completed, even if you feel better.
Common side effects of this medicine include chest discomfort, breathing problems, lightheadedness, dizziness, and tightness in the chest. Consult your doctor if these effects bother you. This medicine is used with caution for some people. Thus, you must inform the doctor if you are suffering from any kidney or liver disease. Also, let your doctor know if you are pregnant or breastfeeding and about all the other medications that you are taking regularly.
Uses of Adenosam Tablet
Benefits of Adenosam Tablet
In Arrhythmia
Adenosam 200mg Tablet is used to stabilize heart rhythms (particularly atrial fibrillation). It helps in normalizing an abnormal heart rhythm, preventing it from occurring in the first place, or slowing down the heart rate during an episode. Take it as prescribed by the doctor and follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit.
Side effects of Adenosam Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Adenosam
- Chest discomfort
- Lightheadedness
- Dizziness
- Chest tightness
- Breathing problems
How to use Adenosam Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Adenosam 200mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Avoid Adenosam 200mg Tablet with caffeine and chocolate as well as food containing caffeine and chocolate such as tea leaves, cocoa beans.
Avoid Adenosam 200mg Tablet with caffeine and chocolate as well as food containing caffeine and chocolate such as tea leaves, cocoa beans.
How Adenosam Tablet works
Adenosam 200mg Tablet is an anti-arrhythmic medication. It regulates heart beat by blocking abnormal electrical signals in the heart.
Safety advice
Alcohol
SAFE
Consuming alcohol with Adenosam 200mg Tablet does not cause any harmful side effects.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Adenosam 200mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Adenosam 200mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
NOT RELEVANT
Not relevant, as Adenosam 200mg Tablet is intended for use in hospitalised patients.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Adenosam 200mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Adenosam 200mg Tablet is recommended.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Adenosam 200mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Adenosam 200mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Adenosam Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Adenosam 200mg Tablet, please consult your doctor.\n
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Food and drinks containing caffeine such as chocolate, coffee, and tea must be avoided for at least 12 hours before medicine use.
- Stop taking medication and inform your doctor immediately if you experience a slow heartbeat, severe chest pain, and very low blood pressure.
- Inform your doctor if you have a history of fits or problems with your heart.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Purine nucleosides
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
CARDIAC
Action Class
Miscellaneous agents- anti arrhythmic
Patient concerns
FAQs
Does Adenosam 200mg Tablet lower blood pressure?
Yes, studies have shown that Adenosam 200mg Tablet decreases blood pressure or causes hypotension. Therefore, it is advisable to inform your doctor if you already have low blood pressure.
What vitals do I need to monitor while taking Adenosam 200mg Tablet?
Your doctor will advise you to monitor your heart rate, blood pressure, breathing, and oxygen levels closely while taking this medicine.
What kind of food should be avoided immediately after taking Adenosam 200mg Tablet?
Food and drinks containing caffeine such as tea, coffee, chocolate and cola should be avoided for at least 12 hours before you are given Adenosam 200mg Tablet.
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