initiating Rythmol SR Generic Name: Propafenone Sustained-Release Capsules (proe PA fen one) Brand Name: Rythmol SR Overview Side Effects Dosage Professional Interactions More Pregnancy Warnings Breastfeeding Warnings User Reviews Drug Images Support Group Q & A Pricing & Coupons Warning This medicine is only to be used to treat life-threatening abnormal heartbeats. It may cause very bad and sometimes deadly side effects like other types of abnormal heartbeats. Talk with the doctor. Uses of Rythmol SR: It is used to treat certain types of abnormal heartbeats. Slideshow Atrial Fibrillation - Stroke Prevention Guidelines & Treatment Options What do I need to tell my doctor BEFORE I take Rythmol SR? If you have an allergy to propafenone or any other part of Rythmol SR (propafenone sustained-release capsules). If you are allergic to any drugs like this one, any other drugs, foods, or other substances. Tell your doctor about the allergy and what signs you had, like rash; hives; itching; shortness of breath; wheezing; cough; swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat; or any other signs. If you have any of these health problems: Breathing or lung problems, Brugada syndrome, electrolyte problems in your blood, low blood pressure, recent heart attack, sick sinus syndrome or heart block without a working pacemaker, slow heartbeat, or heart failure. If you have been taking any drugs to treat a heartbeat that is not normal. If you are breast-feeding or plan to breast-feed. This is not a list of all drugs or health problems that interact with this medicine. Tell your doctor and pharmacist about all of your drugs (prescription or OTC, natural products, vitamins) and health problems. You must check to make sure that it is safe for you to take Rythmol SR with all of your drugs and health problems. Do not start, stop, or change the dose of any drug without checking with your doctor. What are some things I need to know or do while I take Rythmol SR? Tell all of your health care providers that you take this medicine. This includes your doctors, nurses, pharmacists, and dentists. Have blood work checked as you have been told by the doctor. Talk with the doctor. This medicine may affect certain lab tests. Tell all of your health care providers and lab workers that you take Rythmol SR. Myasthenia gravis that has gotten worse has happened during care with this medicine. Talk with the doctor. If you have a pacemaker, talk with your doctor. This medicine has caused new or worsened abnormal heartbeats. These can be life-threatening or can cause sudden death. Talk with the doctor. You will need an ECG before starting Rythmol SR and during treatment. Talk with your doctor. Avoid grapefruit and grapefruit juice. Tell your doctor if you have too much sweat, fluid loss, throwing up, loose stools (diarrhea), not hungry, or more thirst. This medicine may affect how much of some other drugs are in your body. If you are taking other drugs, talk with your doctor. You may need to have your blood work checked more closely while taking this medicine with your other drugs. This medicine may lower sperm counts in men. This may affect being able to father a child. Talk with the doctor. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan on getting pregnant. You will need to talk about the benefits and risks of using Rythmol SR while you are pregnant. How is this medicine (Rythmol SR) best taken? Use this medicine as ordered by your doctor. Read all information given to you. Follow all instructions closely. Take with or without food. To gain the most benefit, do not miss doses. Keep taking Rythmol SR as you have been told by your doctor or other health care provider, even if you feel well. Swallow whole. Do not chew, open, or crush. What do I do if I miss a dose? Skip the missed dose and go back to your normal time. Do not take 2 doses at the same time or extra doses. Dosage Information (comprehensive) What are some side effects that I need to call my doctor about right away? WARNING/CAUTION: Even though it may be rare, some people may have very bad and sometimes deadly side effects when taking a drug. Tell your doctor or get medical help right away if you have any of the following signs or symptoms that may be related to a very bad side effect: Signs of an allergic reaction, like rash; hives; itching; red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin with or without fever; wheezing; tightness in the chest or throat; trouble breathing or talking; unusual hoarseness; or swelling of the mouth, face, lips, tongue, or throat. Chest pain or pressure. Fast or slow heartbeat. Very bad dizziness or passing out. A new or worse heartbeat that does not feel normal. Shortness of breath, a big weight gain, or swelling in the arms or legs. Blurred eyesight. Low white blood cell counts have happened with drugs like this one. This may lead to a higher chance of getting an infection. Deadly infections have rarely happened. Tell your doctor if you have ever had a low white blood cell count. Call your doctor right away if you have signs of infection like fever, chills, or sore throat. Talk with your doctor. What are some other side effects of Rythmol SR? All drugs may cause side effects. However, many people have no side effects or only have minor side effects. Call your doctor or get medical help if any of these side effects or any other side effects bother you or do not go away: Dizziness. Upset stomach or throwing up. Feeling tired or weak. Hard stools (constipation). Change in taste. Headache. Anxiety. These are not all of the side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, call your doctor. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. You may also report side effects at http://www.fda.gov/medwatch. Side Effects (complete list) If OVERDOSE is suspected: If you think there has been an overdose, call your poison control center or get medical care right away. Be ready to tell or show what was taken, how much, and when it happened. How do I store and/or throw out Rythmol SR? Store at room temperature. Protect from light. Store in a dry place. Do not store in a bathroom. Keep all drugs in a safe place. Keep all drugs out of the reach of children and pets. Check with your pharmacist about how to throw out unused drugs. Consumer Information Use and Disclaimer If your symptoms or health problems do not get better or if they become worse, call your doctor. Do not share your drugs with others and do not take anyone else's drugs. Keep a list of all your drugs (prescription, natural products, vitamins, OTC) with you. Give this list to your doctor. Talk with the doctor before starting any new drug, including prescription or OTC, natural products, or vitamins. Some drugs may have another patient information leaflet. Check with your pharmacist. If you have any questions about this medicine, please talk with your doctor, nurse, pharmacist, or other health care provider. If you think there has been an overdose, call your poison control center or get medical care right away. Be ready to tell or show what was taken, how much, and when it happened. This information should not be used to decide whether or not to take Rythmol SR or any other medicine. Only the healthcare provider has the knowledge and training to decide which medicines are right for a specific patient. This information does not endorse any medicine as safe, effective, or approved for treating any patient or health condition. This is only a brief summary of general information about this medicine. It does NOT include all information about the possible uses, directions, warnings, precautions, interactions, adverse effects, or risks that may apply to Rythmol SR (propafenone sustained-release capsules). This information is not specific medical advice and does not replace information you receive from the healthcare provider. You must talk with the healthcare provider for complete information about the risks and benefits of using this medicine. Review Date: November 1, 2017 Next Side Effects Print this page Add to My Med List More about Rythmol SR (propafenone) Side Effects During Pregnancy or Breastfeeding Dosage Information Drug Images Drug Interactions Support Group Pricing & Coupons En Español 16 Reviews Add your own review/rating Generic Availability Drug class: group I antiarrhythmics Consumer resources Rythmol SR Rythmol SR (Advanced Reading) Professional resources Rythmol Extended Release (FDA) Rythmol SR (FDA) Propafenone Hydrochloride (AHFS Monograph) Other Formulations Rythmol Related treatment guides Atrial Fibrillation Atrial Flutter Ventricular Tachycardia Wolff-Parkinson-White Syndrome} Drug Status Rx Availability Prescription only C Pregnancy Category Risk cannot be ruled out N/A CSA Schedule Not a controlled drug Approval History Drug history at FDA Rythmol SR Rating 16 User Reviews 8.9 /10 16 User Reviews 8.9 Rate it! 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