Ibutilide



CorvertŪ







Ibutilide

(i BYOO ti lide)

U.S. Brand Names
CorvertŪ
Pharmacologic Category
Antiarrhythmic Agent, Class III
Reasons not to take this medicine
  • If you have an allergy to ibutilide or any other part of this medicine.
  • Tell healthcare provider if you are allergic to any medicine. Make sure to tell about the allergy and how it affected you. This includes telling about rash; hives; itching; shortness of breath; wheezing; cough; swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat; or any other symptoms involved.
  • If you have a slow heartbeat without a working pacemaker.
  • If you are taking a medicine that changes the electrical activity of the heart, such as amiodarone, amitriptyline, amoxapine, bepridil, chlorpromazine, cisapride, clarithromycin, clomipramine, desipramine, doxepin, erythromycin, fluphenazine, gatifloxacin, imipramine, mesoridazine, moxifloxacin, nortriptyline, perphenazine, prochlorperazine, promazine, protriptyline, sparfloxacin, thioridazine, trifluoperazine, or trimipramine.
What is this medicine used for?
  • This medicine is used to treat a fast heartbeat.
How does it work?
  • Ibutilide decreases the effects of chemicals on the heart. It slows the heart down.
How is it best taken?
  • This medicine is given as a shot into a vein.
What are the precautions when taking this medicine?
  • Check medicines with healthcare provider. This medicine may not mix well with other medicines.
  • If you have a weakened heart, talk with healthcare provider.
  • If you have a low potassium or magnesium level, talk with healthcare provider.
  • Tell healthcare provider if you are pregnant or plan on getting pregnant.
  • Tell healthcare provider if you are breast-feeding.
What are some possible side effects of this medicine?
  • A faster, harmful heartbeat can rarely occur.
What should I monitor?
  • Change in condition being treated. Is it better, worse, or about the same?
Reasons to call healthcare provider immediately
  • If you suspect an overdose, call your local poison control center immediately or dial 911.
  • Signs of a life-threatening reaction. These include wheezing; chest tightness; fever; itching; bad cough; blue skin color; fits; or swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat.
  • Fast heartbeat.
  • Severe dizziness or passing out.
  • Any rash.
  • No improvement in condition or feeling worse.
How should I store this medicine?
  • This medicine will be given to you in a healthcare setting. You will not store it at home.
General statements
  • If you have a life-threatening allergy, wear allergy identification at all times.
  • Do not share your medicine with others and do not take anyone else's medicine.
  • Keep all medicine out of the reach of children and pets.
  • Keep a list of all your medicines (prescription, natural products, supplements, vitamins, over-the-counter) with you. Give this list to healthcare provider (doctor, nurse, nurse practitioner, pharmacist, physician assistant).
  • Talk with healthcare provider before starting any new medicine, including over-the-counter, natural products, or vitamins.
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