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Encainide Hydrochloride
Latest prescription information about Encainide Hydrochloride. Learn how to pronounce the drug’s name, its indications, dosage, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, its storage instructions and warnings if any when taken during pregnancy. Also listed are the International and Indian trade name(s) of the drug and its price list.
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Generic Name : Encainide Hydrochloride
Pronunciation : en kay' nide
Therapeutic Classification : Antiarrhythmics
ICD Code : Y52.2
Trade Name(s): International- Knkaid. Why it is prescribed (Indications) : This medication is an antiarrhythmic agent, prescribed for cardiac arrhythmias. When it is not to be taken (Contraindications): Contraindicated in patients with preexisting second or third degree AV block and hypersensitivity.
Dosage & When it is to be taken : PO- The recommended initial dosing schedule for adults is one 25 mg. How it should be taken : It comes as a capsule to take by mouth, with or without food. Warnings and Precautions : * Caution should be exercised in patients with history of kidney or liver impairment, any allergy, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Side Effects : Body as a Whole - Abdominal pain, weakness, chest pain, death, fever, headache, leg pain and uneasiness. Heart - Palpitations, swelling in the extremities and abnormal heart rhythm. Gastrointestinal - Constipation, diarrhea, dry mouth, loss of appetite, indigestion, nausea and vomiting. Central Nervous System - Dizziness, sleeplessness, nervousness and drowsiness. Respiratory - Difficulty in breathing. Skin - Rash. Eye and ENT - Abnormal/blurred vision and ringing in the ear. * Avoid excess dosage. Storage Conditions : Store it at room temperature and in an airtight container, keep away from children. |
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