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Multaq is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Atrial Fibrillation.
The correct dosage of Multaq depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Multaq include Fatigue. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Multaq can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Multaq normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Multaq has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Multaq's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Multaq related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate), Heart Disease, Liver Disease must refrain from the use of Multaq since this can cause severe adverse effects. The section on Multaq contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Multaq may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Multaq, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Multaq is used to treat the following -
Other 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
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Is the use of Multaq safe for pregnant women?
Multaq has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Multaq without medical advice.
Is the use of Multaq safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Multaq. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Multaq on the Kidneys?
Multaq is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Multaq on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Multaq on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Multaq on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Multaq on the heart have been reported.
Multaq should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Multaq unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Multaq habit forming or addictive?
Multaq is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Multaq since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Multaq is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Multaq is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Multaq
Using Multaq with some foods may lead to harmful effects. Take your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Multaq
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Multaq.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Multaq (dronedarone)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 534
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 470-472