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Sotalar 40 Tablet
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Product introduction
Sotalar 40 Tablet is used to treat various types of serious irregular heartbeat (arrhythmia) such as fibrillation and tachycardia. It is an anti-arrhythmic type of medicine and rapidly restores your heart to a steady and regular rhythm.
Sotalar 40 Tablet controls the uneven beating of the heart and helps it to return to normal
Sotalar 40 Tablet controls the uneven beating of the heart and helps it to return to normal
Uses of Sotalar Tablet
Benefits of Sotalar Tablet
In Addison's disease
Sotalar 40 Tablet works by blocking abnormal electrical signals in the heart. This helps control the uneven beating of your heart and helps it to beat normally. It is normally only given by injection in a hospital when a fast response is needed or when tablets have not worked or cannot be given. This medicine thus prevents serious health problems that can sometimes be fatal and reduces your risk of death.
Side effects of Sotalar Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Sotalar
- Fatigue
- Slow heart rate
- Breathlessness
- Arrhythmia (irregular heartbeats)
- Weakness
- Dizziness
How to use Sotalar Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Sotalar 40 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Avoid Sotalar 40 Tablet with dairy products such as milk, cheese, curd, butter, paneer and ice cream.
Avoid Sotalar 40 Tablet with dairy products such as milk, cheese, curd, butter, paneer and ice cream.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Sotalar 40 Tablet.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Sotalar 40 Tablet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Sotalar 40 Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Sotalar 40 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Sotalar 40 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Sotalar 40 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Sotalar 40 Tablet is not recommended in patients with serious kidney disease.
Use of Sotalar 40 Tablet is not recommended in patients with serious kidney disease.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Sotalar 40 Tablet is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Sotalar 40 Tablet is recommended.
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Quick tips
- Your doctor may get regular blood tests done to monitor sodium and potassium level, blood sugar level, kidney function, and lung function while you are taking this medicine.
- Notify your doctor if you have any heart or kidney problem.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
- Please remind your doctor you are taking this medicine every time you visit him and ask him if the medicine can be stopped.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Ethanolamine derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
CARDIAC
Action Class
Class III Agents- anti arrhythmic
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Sotalar 40 Tablet
Twice A Day
50%
Once A Day
34%
Thrice A Day
17%
What are you using Sotalar Tablet for?
Arrhythmias
72%
Others
9%
Heart attack
9%
Chest pain (A*
6%
High blood pr*
4%
*Chest pain (Angina), High blood pressure
How much was the improvement?
Excellent
63%
Average
23%
Poor
15%
What were the side-effects while using Sotalar 40 Tablet?
Slow heart ra*
35%
Fatigue
24%
Palpitations
18%
Headache
12%
No Side Effec*
6%
*Slow heart rate, No Side Effect
How do you take Sotalar Tablet?
With food
69%
Empty stomach
15%
With or witho*
15%
*With or without food
Please rate Sotalar 40 Tablet on price
Average
47%
Not Expensive
33%
Expensive
20%
FAQs
Q. What does Sotalar 40 Tablet do to the heart?
Sotalar 40 Tablet blocks certain electrical signals in the heart that can cause an irregular heartbeat (arrhythmia). This way, it helps to restore normal heart rhythm and maintains a regular, steady heartbeat.
Q. How should Sotalar 40 Tablet be taken?
Sotalar 40 Tablet should be taken exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Usually, it is taken once or twice daily with or without food. It is to be swallowed whole with water and not to be cut or crushed.
Q. What if I forget to take Sotalar 40 Tablet?
If you forget a dose of Sotalar 40 Tablet take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is nearly time for the next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double the dose for a forgotten dose. Do not stop taking Sotalar 40 Tablet without consulting your doctor. This is because, sudden discontinuation of the medicine may cause recurrence of irregular rhythm of heart or may be worse which can be dangerous.
Q. Is Sotalar 40 Tablet safe?
Sotalar 40 Tablet is generally safe to use. However, you should take it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. It may cause some side effects that are temporary and usually resolve on their own. Your doctor will tell you ways to cope up with them.
Q. Can Sotalar 40 Tablet cause dizziness? How do I prevent it?
Yes. Sotalar 40 Tablet can cause dizziness as a side effect. If this happens to you, you should sit or lie down until the symptoms pass. However, this is temporary and usually goes away as the treatment continues. Also, you should avoid alcohol while taking it, as it may worsen the dizziness.
Q. What are the warning signals of liver toxicity caused by Sotalar 40 Tablet?
The warning signals of liver toxicity include yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), tiredness, nausea, vomiting, dark-colored urine, pale-colored stools, loss of appetite, stomach pain or high temperature. Contact your doctor immediately if you experience these symptoms.
Q. What kind of vision problems occur with Sotalar 40 Tablet?
You may experience blurred vision or see a circle around dazzling light (halos). It may also make your eyes dry or sensitive to light. It can even cause permanent blindness. Therefore, consult your doctor in case you experience any such problems while on Sotalar 40 Tablet.
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Tata 1mg's sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover everything about particular health conditions, lab tests, medicines, all possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, alerts, etc. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.References
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- Nattel S, Gersh BJ, Opie LH. Antiarrhythmic Drugs and Strategies. In: Opie LH, Gersh BJ, editors. Drugs for the Heart. 8th ed. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania: Elsevier Saunders; 2013. pp. 294-95.
- Hume JR, Grant AO. Agents Used in Cardiac Arrhythmias. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ, editors. Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. p. 242.
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Expires on or after: February, 2025
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Sotalar 40 Tablet. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
Expires on or after: February, 2025
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Sotalar 40 Tablet. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
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Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
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