Active ingredient
- disopyramide
Legal Category
POM: Prescription only medicine
POM: Prescription only medicine
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Rythmodan 100MG Capsules
PACKAGE LEAFLET: INFORMATION FOR THE USER
Rythmodan® 100mg Capsules
disopyramide
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Read all of this leaflet carefully before you start taking this medicine.
In this leaflet:
1. What Rythmodan Capsules are and what they are used for
2. Before you take Rythmodan Capsules
3. How to take Rythmodan Capsules
4. Possible side effects
5. How to store Rythmodan Capsules
6. Further information
1. What Rythmodan Capsules are and what they are used for
The name of your medicine is Rythmodan 100mg Capsules (called Rythmodan Capsules in this leaflet). Rythmodan Capsules contain a medicine called disopyramide.
This belongs to a group of medicines called anti-arrhythmic agents.
It works by controlling the uneven beating of your heart and returns it to the normal rhythm.
It is used for controlling your heartbeat in the following situations:
2. Before you take Rythmodan Capsules
Do not take Rythmodan Capsules and tell your doctor if:
Do not take this medicine if any of the above apply to you. If you are not sure, talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking Rythmodan Capsules.
Take special care with Rythmodan Capsules
Check with your doctor or pharmacist before taking your medicine if:
If you are not sure if any of the above applies to you, talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking Rythmodan Capsules.
Taking other medicines
Please tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking or have recently taken any other medicines. This includes medicines you buy without a prescription, including herbal medicines. This is because Rythmodan Capsules can affect the way some other medicines work. Also some medicines can affect the way Rythmodan Capsules works.
In particular, do not take this medicine, and tell your doctor:
If you are taking any of the following medicines for uneven heartbeats (arrhythmias):
If you are taking any of the following medicines that can increase the risk of unusual heartbeats (arrhythmias) when taken at the same time as Rythmodan Capsules:
The following medicines may affect the way Rythmodan Capsules works:
Rythmodan Capsules may affect the way the following medicines work:
Pregnancy and breast-feeding
Talk to your doctor before taking this medicine if you are pregnant, might become pregnant, or think you may be pregnant.
If you are breast-feeding or planning to breastfeed, talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking any medicine. This is because small amounts of this medicine may pass into the mothers’ milk.
Driving and using machines
Rythmodan Capsules may affect your ability to concentrate and react quickly. You may have blurred vision or become dizzy or light-headed. If this happens, do not drive or use any tools or machines.
3. How to take Rythmodan Capsules
Always take Rythmodan Capsules exactly as your doctor has told you. You should check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure.
Taking this medicine
Adults
The usual starting dose is three to eight capsules (300 to 800mg) in divided doses daily.
Elderly
Your doctor may lower your dose if you have any kidney or liver problems.
Children
Rythmodan Capsules are not suitable for use in children.
Blood tests
Your doctor may ask you to have regular blood tests to check your blood sugar levels.
If you take more Rythmodan Capsules than you should
If you take more capsules than you should, talk to a doctor or go to a hospital casualty department straight away. Take the medicine pack with you. This is so the doctor knows what you have taken. The following effects may happen: dizziness, feeling tired, uneven heartbeat (palpitations), dry mouth, difficulty in passing water (urinating), feeling or being sick, stomach pain or fits (seizures).
If you forget to take Rythmodan Capsules
Do not take a double dose to make up for a forgotten capsule.
If you stop taking Rythmodan Capsules
Keep taking Rythmodan Capsules until your doctor tells you to stop.
If you have any further questions about this medicine, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
4. Possible side effects
Like all medicines, Rythmodan Capsules can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.
Tell your doctor straight away if you notice any of the following serious side effects - you may need urgent medical treatment
Tell your doctor as soon as possible if you have any of the following:
Tell your doctor or pharmacist if any of the following side effects gets serious or lasts longer than a few days. Also tell them if you notice any side effects not listed in this leaflet:
Reporting of side effects
If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or nurse. This includes any possible side effects not listed in this leaflet. You can also report side effects directly via the Yellow Card Scheme at: www.mhra.gov.uk/yellowcard or search for MHRA Yellow Card in the Google Play or Apple App Store.
By reporting side effects you can help provide more information on the safety of this medicine.
5.How to store Rythmodan Capsules
Keep out of the sight and reach of children.
Store below 25°C.
Do not use Rythmodan Capsules after the expiry date which is stated on the carton after EXP. The expiry date refers to the last day of that month.
Do not use Rythmodan Capsules if you notice your capsules are crumbling, broken or discoloured.
Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines no longer required. These measures will help to protect the environment.
6. Further information
What Rythmodan Capsules contain
What Rythmodan Capsules look like and contents of the pack
The capsules have a green cap and yellow body and are printed in black ink with ‘RY’ on one part and ‘RL’ on the other.
The capsules are available in blister-packs of 84 capsules or bottles of 100 capsules.
Not all pack sizes may be marketed.
Marketing Authorisation Holder and Manufacturer
Marketing Authorisation Holder
Manufacturer
This leaflet does not contain all the information about your medicine. If you have any questions or are not sure about anything, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
This leaflet was last revised in 07/2019
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