Dofetilide Benefits & Uses

Dofetilide is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Arrhythmia

Dofetilide Dosage & How to Take

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
Adult	Disease: Arrhythmia Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 500 mcg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Arrhythmia Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 500 mcg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Dofetilide Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Dofetilide is used -

Moderate

Chest Pain
Peripheral Edema

Mild

Headache
Dizziness
Infection
Nausea or vomiting
Influenza like symptoms
Rash
पेट दर्द
Cough

Dofetilide Related Warnings

Is the use of Dofetilide safe for pregnant women?

Dofetilide can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Dofetilide, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Dofetilide safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Dofetilide. If you see any side effects, stop taking Dofetilide immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Dofetilide again, only after your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Dofetilide on the Kidneys?

Dofetilide has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Dofetilide on the Liver?

Dofetilide is completely safe for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Dofetilide on the Heart?

Side effects of Dofetilide rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Dofetilide with Other Drugs

Dofetilide should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Dofetilide Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Dofetilide unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Heart Disease
Thyroid Cancer
Kidney Disease
Diabetes
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Thyroid problems

Frequently asked Questions about Dofetilide

Is this Dofetilide habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Dofetilide has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Dofetilide as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Dofetilide is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Dofetilide for mental disorders.

No

Dofetilide Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Dofetilide

Taking Dofetilide with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Dofetilide

Consuming Dofetilide with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

Severe

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

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)

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