Flecainide
(fleh-KAY-nyde)
Definition | Special instructions | Missed Dose | Side effects | Warning signs | Contact us
What is flecainide?
Flecainide (Tambocor®) is an antiarrhythmic used to treat certain heart conditions. It is used to treat and / or prevent abnormal rhythms or beats of the heart. It may be taken in a tablet or your pharmacist may be able to make it a liquid.
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- Do not discontinue this medication without talking to your child's doctor.
- Because flecainide may interact with other medications, tell the doctor or pharmacist about other prescription or over-the-counter (OTC) medications your child is taking.
- This medication may be taken with or without food.
- In infants, dairy products and formula / feedings should be given at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after the dose. You may want to discuss this topic with your child's doctor.
- Do not use after the expiration date on the bottle / package.
- If too much medication is taken by accident, call the Drug and Poison Information Center (DPIC), 513-636-5111 or 1-800-222-1222.
- Keep this medication out of the reach of children.
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For any medication information related to your child's dosing schedule and/or missed doses, contact the healthcare provider who prescribed the medication.
Call your child's doctor if the following effects continue or are bothersome:
- Headache
- Tiredness
- Nervousness
- Dizziness or lightheadedness
- Nausea and / or vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Pale stools
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Call your child's doctor immediately if your child develops:
- Chest pain
- Palpitations
- Swelling in hand or feet
- Dizziness
- Severe diarrhea or vomiting
- Rash
- Jaundice (yellowing of skin or eyes)
- Problems with vision
- Shortness of breath
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Contact us
For additional information on this or any Health Topic, please call the Family Resource Center, 513-636-7606, or your pediatrician.
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Patient Education Program V 5121 1/00
rev. 9/05, 8/07
