Flecarite 100 Tablet Information

Flecarite 100 Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Atrial Fibrillation. Secondary and off-label uses of Flecarite 100 Tablet have also been mentioned below.

The right dosage of Flecarite 100 Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

The most common side effects of Flecarite 100 Tablet are Shortness of Breath, Irregular heartbeat, Wheezing. Some other side effects of Flecarite 100 Tablet have been listed ahead. These side effects of Flecarite 100 Tablet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

It is also important to note that Flecarite 100 Tablet has a Mild effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Flecarite 100 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Flecarite 100 Tablet is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate), Heart Disease are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Flecarite 100 Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.

Additionally, Flecarite 100 Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Flecarite 100 Tablet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

Flecarite Benefits & Uses
Flecarite Dosage & How to Take
Flecarite Side Effects
Flecarite Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Flecarite with Other Drugs
Flecarite Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Flecarite
Flecarite Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Flecarite 100 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Flecarite 100 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Atrial Fibrillation

Other Benefits

Atrial flutter
Ventricular Tachycardia
Wolff Parkinson White Syndrome
Supraventricular Tachycardia

Flecarite 100 Tablet 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: Atrial Fibrillation Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Atrial Fibrillation Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Supraventricular Tachycardia Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Supraventricular Tachycardia Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Supraventricular Tachycardia Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Flecarite 100 Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Flecarite 100 Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can consume [medicine]. Though Flecarite has mild side effects when taken during pregnany

Mild
Is the use of Flecarite 100 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Flecarite does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.

Safe
What is the effect of Flecarite 100 Tablet on the Kidneys?

Flecarite rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Flecarite 100 Tablet on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Flecarite on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Flecarite 100 Tablet on the Heart?

Flecarite has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Flecarite 100 Tablet with Other Drugs

Flecarite 100 Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Alfuzosin

Clarithromycin

Mild

Albuterol

Albuterol Tablet

Flecarite 100 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Flecarite 100 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Atrial Fibrillation
Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate)
Diabetes
Heart Failure
Heart Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Flecarite 100 Tablet

Is this Flecarite 100 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Flecarite 100 Tablet is addictive.

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

After taking Flecarite 100 Tablet you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Flecarite 100 Tablet only as per medical advice.

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

No, Flecarite 100 Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Flecarite 100 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Flecarite 100 Tablet

Taking Flecarite 100 Tablet with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Flecarite 100 Tablet

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Flecarite 100 Tablet.

Unknown