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DURON 200MG TABLET

DURON 200MG TABLET

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Composition

AMIODARONE-200MG

Consume Type

ORAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Apr-24

for this medicine

About DURON 200MG TABLET

DURON 200MG TABLET comes from a class of drugs called 'anti-arrhythmic. DURON 200MG TABLET used to treat an illness called Wolff-Parkinson-White Syndrome. This is where your heart beats unusually fast. And also treat other types of fast or uneven heartbeats known as' atrial flutter' or' atrial fibrillation'. Taking the tablets helps your heartbeat to return to normal. DURON 200MG TABLET Tablets are used only when other medicines cannot be used. Atrial fibrillation is a condition in which two upper chambers of the heart (the atria) beat without coordination. Wolff-Parkinson-White Syndrome is a condition in which an extra electrical pathway between the upper and lower chambers of the heart causes a rapid heartbeat.

DURON 200MG TABLET contains 'amiodarone' that controls the heart's uneven beating (arrhythmia) or prevents irregular heartbeat. It blocks the potassium channels and reduces the impulses that cause abnormal heartbeat.  

Common side-effects of DURON 200MG TABLET are blurred vision or visual halos around light. DURON 200MG TABLET may affect thyroid gland function. It may also cause skin photosensitivity (redness or rashes on the sun-exposed skin, especially the face) and tremors when you move your arms or legs. Consult your doctor if any of these effects persist or worsen over time.

Do not take DURON 200MG TABLET if you are allergic to iodine, amiodarone, or any other anti-arrhythmic drugs. Do not take this medicine if you have atrioventricular (AV) or sinoatrial (SA) heart block (disorders in the rhythm of the heart), unless you have a pacemaker or a history of sinus bradycardia (slow heartbeats), or if your heart cannot pump blood properly. DURON 200MG TABLET contains iodine and lactose. So, inform your doctor if you have lactose intolerance or any thyroid problems. Do not take DURON 200MG TABLET if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Do not take alcohol as it may worsen the condition. Do not use it in children unless prescribed by your doctor. Inform your doctor if you have skin diseases as they can cause skin photosensitivity.

Uses of DURON 200MG TABLET

Atrial Fibrillation, Wolf-Parkinson-White Syndrome.

Medicinal Benefits

DURON 200MG TABLET contains ‘amiodarone’, which belongs to the class of ‘antiarrhythmic drugs. It acts by blocking the potassium channels in the heart. Irregular heartbeat occurs due to abnormal electrical activity or the impulses produced in the heart. DURON 200MG TABLET blocks these abnormal electric signals and regulates the heartbeat.

Directions for Use

Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of DURON 200MG TABLET

  • Extreme restlessness
  • Weight loss
  • Sweating
  • Sensitivity to heat
  • Hyperthyroidism (increase in thyroid hormone)

Drug Warnings

Do not take DURON 200MG TABLET if you are allergic (hypersensitive) to iodine, amiodarone hydrochloride, or any of its other ingredients of it. Do not take if you have sinus bradycardia (slower than normal heartbeat), sinoatrial (SA) or atrioventricular (AV) heart block (abnormal heart rhythm) and do not have a pacemaker fitted, taking certain other medicines which could affect your heartbeat, are pregnant or breast-feeding. DURON 200MG TABLET contains lactose, so patients having lactose intolerance should not take it. Inform your doctor if you have age above 65 years, have liver problems, lung problems such as asthma, optic neuritis (eye problem), or are undergoing surgery. Inform your doctor if you have stevens-Johnsons syndrome (flu-like symptoms followed by rashes and blistering of the skin) or toxic epidermal necrolysis (a serious skin condition characterized by flu-like symptoms, chills, followed by rashes and peeling of the skin) as DURON 200MG TABLET can cause skin sensitivity and worsen the condition.

Drug Interactions

Drug-drug interactions: DURON 200MG TABLET may interact with other medications used to treat atrial fibrillation (digoxin and diltiazem), anticoagulant (warfarin), diuretic (furosemide), antibiotic (levofloxacin), analgesic (oxycodone), lipid-lowering drug (simvastatin), and antidepressant (trazodone).  

Drug-food interactions: DURON 200MG TABLET may interact with grapefruit juice and caffeine and increase the risk of side-effects. DURON 200MG TABLET may interact with alcohol and increase the side-effects associated with the liver.

Drug-disease interactions: DURON 200MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with proarrhythmic effects (medication-induced side-effects), undergoing dialysis (a procedure to purify blood in kidney failure patients), pulmonary dysfunction (lung problems), sinus node dysfunction (irregular heart rhythm), visual impairment, and cardiovascular dysfunction (heart problems).

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • DIGOXIN
  • DILTIAZEM
  • WARFARIN
  • FUROSEMIDE
  • LEVOFLOXACIN
  • OXYCODONE
  • SIMVASTATIN
  • TRAZODONE

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Protect your skin from sunlight while taking this medicine and for a few months after finishing the course of the treatment. Apply sunscreen lotion that has high SPF (sun protection factor). Cover your face, arms, and legs while going outside.
  • Do not drink grapefruit juice as it may increase the risk of side effects.
  • Limit caffeine intake.
  • Avoid intake of alcohol as it worsens the condition by increasing the risk of liver problems.
  • Quit smoking.

Special Advise

  • If you are previously diagnosed with thyroid problems, your doctor should test your thyroid function before giving you this medicine.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Atrial flutter or atrial fibrillation: Atrial fibrillation is a condition in which upper chambers (the atria) beat out of coordination with lower chambers (ventricles) of the heart. It causes poor blood flow into the heart. Symptoms include palpitations (racing or pounding heart), shortness of breath, and tiredness.

Wolff-Parkinson-White (WPW) Syndrome: WPW syndrome is a condition in which the upper and lower chambers (ventricles) of the heart cause rapid heartbeat because of an extra electrical pathway present between them. This condition is present at birth. Symptoms include rapid heartbeat (tachycardia) and dizziness.

Country of origin

INDIA

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Samarth House, 168, Bangur Nagar, Off Link Road, Near Ayappa Temple & Kallol Kali Temple, Goregaon (W), Mumbai - 400 090.
Other Info - DUR0097

FAQs

DURON 200MG TABLET is an antiarrhythmic drug used to treat arrhythmias (irregular heartbeat). It acts by blocking the potassium channels in the heart and slows down heart activity. It blocks the abnormal electrical activity in the heart and normalizes the heartbeat.
Do not take grapefruit or grapefruit juice, coffee, and alcohol while taking DURON 200MG TABLET as it increases the risk of side-effects. Do not take other medicines unless prescribed by your doctor.
DURON 200MG TABLET has a toxic effect on the thyroid and may cause thyroid dysfunction. So, people with hypothyroidism should not take DURON 200MG TABLET.
Do not take DURON 200MG TABLET if you are pregnant as it may cause toxic effects to the fetus.
Prolonged use of DURON 200MG TABLET may cause toxic effects. However, your doctor may prescribe for the long-term if the benefits outweigh the risks. It may also cause proarrhythmic effects when used long-term. Proarrhythmic effects are the medication-induced occurrence of pre-existing arrhythmias.
Wolf-Parkinson-White (WPW) syndrome is a condition in which the upper and lower chambers (ventricles) of the heart cause rapid heartbeat because of an extra electrical pathway present between them.

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Alcohol

Unsafe

DURON 200MG TABLET may interact with alcohol and worsen the liver problems. So, it is recommended to avoid alcohol intake while using DURON 200MG TABLET.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

DURON 200MG TABLET is a category D medicine. It shows harmful effects on the fetus when given during pregnancy.

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

DURON 200MG TABLET may be excreted in breast milk in small amounts. So, it should be avoided in breastfeeding mothers.

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Driving

Caution

DURON 200MG TABLET may cause vision problems. So, avoid driving or operating heavy machinery after taking DURON 200MG TABLET.

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Liver

Caution

DURON 200MG TABLET may show an effect on the liver. So, it should be used with caution in patients with liver problems.

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Kidney

Caution

DURON 200MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease only when prescribed by a doctor.

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Children

Caution

DURON 200MG TABLET should not be used in children below 12 years of age unless prescribed by a doctor.

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