Information about Moricizine

Generic Name : Moricizine
Up-to-date prescription details regarding Moricizine are provided here.

Pronunciation : mor-IH-siz-een

Learn the correct pronunciation of the Moricizine, understand it's uses, recommended dosages, its indications, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, warnings and its and its storage instructions.

You will also find a list of the medication's International and Indian brand or trade names, as well as its pricing information. For verification of the information presented on this page or for additional clarifications, it's advisable to consult your doctor.

ICD Code : Y52.2 Therapeutic Classification : Antiarrhythmics

Trade Names/Brand Names of Moricizine

International :

Ethmozine

Why is Moricizine Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is an orally active antiarrhythmic drug, prescribed for irregular heart beats. It works by blocking the abnormal electrical activity in heart.

When should Moricizine not be taken? (Contraindications)

Contraindicated in patients with pre-existing heart block or heart shock and known hypersensitivity.

What is the dosage of Moricizine?

Dosage is based on patient’s medical condition and response to therapy.
Adult: The recommended dose is 600 to 900 mg per day, given every 8 hours in three equally divided doses.

How should Moricizine be taken?

It comes as a tablet to take by mouth, with or without food.

What are the warnings and precautions for Moricizine?

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of heart diseases, shock due to poor blood supply, high or low potassium in blood, liver or kidney problems, elderly, children, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

• It may cause dizziness or drowsiness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.

• Avoid alcohol consumption.

What are the side effects of Moricizine?

Most Common- Dizziness, nausea, headache, fatigue, palpitations, difficulty in breathing, congestive heart failure, musculoskeletal pain, diarrhea, dry mouth and death.
Heart- Low/high blood pressure, fainting, abnormal heart rhythm, slow heart rate, blood clot in lungs, heart attack, dilatation of blood vessels and stroke.
Central Nervous System- Tremor, anxiety, depression, emotional state, confusion, drowsiness, agitation, epilepsy, coma, abnormal gait, hallucinations, night blindness, double vision, speech disorder, restlessness, loss of memory, abnormal coordination and movement disorders.
Genitourinary- Urinary retention or frequency, painful urination, urinary incontinence, kidney pain, impotence and decreased sexual activity.
Respiratory- Over breathing, suspension of external breathing, asthma, inflammation of pharynx/sinus and cough.
Gastrointestinal- Loss of appetite, bitter taste, difficulty in swallowing, flatulence and intestinal obstruction.
Miscellaneous- Fever, chills, temperature intolerance, eye pain, rash, itching, dry skin, hives, swelling of the lips and tongue and ringing in the ear.