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Dofetilide is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
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Geriatric |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Dofetilide is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Dofetilide safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Dofetilide. It is best to stop taking Dofetilide immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Dofetilide safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Dofetilide. Immediately discontinue Dofetilide if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.
What is the effect of Dofetilide on the Kidneys?
Dofetilide has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Dofetilide on the Liver?
Dofetilide does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Dofetilide on the Heart?
Dofetilide has very mild side effects on the heart.
Dofetilide should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Dofetilide unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Dofetilide habit forming or addictive?
Dofetilide does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Dofetilide you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Dofetilide only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Dofetilide is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Dofetilide
Taking Dofetilide with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Dofetilide
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Dofetilide as it can have severe side effects.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 454-455
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 534-535
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Tikosyn® (dofetilide)