Disopyramide is a medication used to treat and prevent heart problems such as heart rhythm disturbances, tachycardias and arrhythmias in adults and children.
This medicine is an antiarrhythmic drug that acts on the heart by blocking the sodium and potassium channels of the heart cells, which reduces palpitations and treats arrhythmias. Disopyramide may also be known commercially as Dicloral.
Price
The price of Disopyramide ranges from 20 to 30 reais, and can be purchased at pharmacies or online stores.
How to take
Generally, it is recommended to take doses ranging from 300 to 400 mg per day, divided into 3 or 4 doses daily. The treatment should be indicated and accompanied by the doctor, never exceeding the maximum daily dose of 400 mg per day.
Side effects
Some of the side effects of Disopyramide may include pain or burning when you urinate, dry mouth, constipation or blurred vision.
Contraindications
Disopyramide is contraindicated in patients with mild arrhythmia or atrial block of the second or third degree, on treatment with antiarrhythmics, diseases or problems in the kidneys or liver and for patients with allergy to any of the components of the formula.
In addition, patients with a history of urinary retention, angle-closure glaucoma, myasthenia gravis, or low blood pressure should talk to their doctor before starting treatment.
