Procainamide Benefits & Uses

Procainamide is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Arrhythmia

Procainamide 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: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Arrhythmia Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Procainamide Side Effects

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

Severe

Anemia (Read More - Home Remedies for Anaemia)

Moderate

Depression

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Diarrhoea
पेट दर्द
Weakness
Dizziness
Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Chills
Rash
Flushing

Procainamide Related Warnings

Is the use of Procainamide safe for pregnant women?

Procainamide may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Procainamide, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Procainamide safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Procainamide. Immediately discontinue Procainamide if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.

Moderate
What is the effect of Procainamide on the Kidneys?

Procainamide has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Procainamide on the Liver?

Procainamide is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Procainamide on the Heart?

Side effects of Procainamide rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Procainamide with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Procainamide Contraindications

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

Heart Disease
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Diabetes
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Myasthenia Gravis
Asthma

Frequently asked Questions about Procainamide

Is this Procainamide habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Procainamide is addictive.

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

After taking Procainamide, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Procainamide can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Procainamide only on doctor's advice.

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

There is no benefit of taking Procainamide for mental disorders.

No

Procainamide Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Procainamide

Taking Procainamide with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Procainamide

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

Severe