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Side effect(s) of Mexiletine

Read the side effects of Mexiletine as described in the medical literature. In case of any doubt consult your doctor or pharmacist.

Heart- Palpitations, chest pain, increased heart rhythm and heart failure.

Central Nervous System- Dizziness, lightheadedness, tremor, nervousness, coordination difficulties, headache, changes in sleep habits, weakness, tingling, numbness, fatigue, speech difficulties, confusion, depression and drowsiness.

Liver- Increased liver enzymes and liver damage.

Skin- Rash.

Eye and ENT- Blurred vision, visual disturbances, ringing in ears, and uncontrolled movement of the eyes.

Gastrointestinal- Nausea, vomiting, heartburn, diarrhea, constipation, changes in appetite, dry mouth, abdominal pain, cramps, or discomfort.

Blood- Decrease in white blood cells and platelets.

Musculoskeletal- Muscle pain.

Respiratory- Difficulty in breathing.

Miscellaneous- Non-specific swelling, fever and hypersensitivity.

Other Precautions : * Avoid excess dosage.

Drug Name : Mexiletine

Mexiletine(Mexitil Cap) generic is used to treat irregular heart rhythms (arrhythmias) and maintain a normal heart rate. It is an antiarrhythmic. It blocks certain electrical signals in the heart to stabilize the heart rhythm. Mexiletine is also approved to treat non-dystrophic myotonia in adult patients whose muscles do not relax immediately after contraction resulting in muscle stiffness, pain, disability, and frequent falls.
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Trade Names for Mexiletine

International : 

Mexitil Cap, Mexitil Inj
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