Flecajol Flecainide 50mg - Drug Type: Specific Drug

Flecajol 50 Tablet is a medicine used to treat certain types of arrhythmia (abnormal heart rhythm). It restores normal heart rhythm by blocking abnormal electrical signals in the heart. This helps to maintain a regular and steady heartbeat.

Flecajol 50 Tablet should be taken regularly as advised by the doctor. You should take it on an empty stomach and at a fixed time. This medicine should not be stopped abruptly without consulting the doctor as this can worsen your condition. Regular follow-up with your doctor is advised while using this medicine.

Side effects like dizziness, blurred vision, headache, weakness, edema (swelling), and irregular heart rate may be seen in some patients. Your doctor may advise for regular monitoring of blood sugar levels and kidney function while you are taking this medicine.

This medicine may not be suitable for some people. You must inform the doctor if you are suffering from any heart, liver or kidney disease. Also, let your doctor know about all the other medications that you are using regularly. This medicine is not usually recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding, so always consult your doctor before taking it.



Uses of Flecajol Tablet

Arrhythmia

Side effects of Flecajol 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 youre worried about them



Common side effects of Flecajol

Ventricular arrhythmia

Dizziness



How to use Flecajol 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. Flecajol 50 Tablet is to be taken empty stomach

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How Flecajol Tablet works

Flecajol 50 Tablet is an anti-arrhythmic medication. It works by blocking abnormal electrical signals in the heart to correct irregular heartbeat to a normal rhythm.



Safety advice

Alcohol

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Flecajol 50 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.



Pregnancy

Flecajol 50 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

Flecajol 50 Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.



Driving

Flecajol 50 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.



Kidney

Flecajol 50 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Flecajol 50 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.



Liver

Flecajol 50 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Flecajol 50 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.



What if you forget to take Flecajol Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Flecajol 50 Tablet, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.