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Suggest An Alternative To Amiodarone That Does Not Have Severe Side Effects

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Posted on Fri, 16 Jan 2015
Question: can I quit taking amiodarone because severe side effects, and interaction with the following drugs I am taking: valsartan, Predaxa, clonidine,lasik, hydrolazine
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Answered by Dr. Benard Shehu (42 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
You may take sotalol instead of amiodarone..

Detailed Answer:
Hi and thank you for asking!

Yes, you can quit taking amiodarone because of severe side effects. You may take sotalol instead of amiodarone in order to avoid side effects and interaction.

Wish you health!
Dr. Benard
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Suggest An Alternative To Amiodarone That Does Not Have Severe Side Effects

Brief Answer: You may take sotalol instead of amiodarone.. Detailed Answer: Hi and thank you for asking! Yes, you can quit taking amiodarone because of severe side effects. You may take sotalol instead of amiodarone in order to avoid side effects and interaction. Wish you health! Dr. Benard