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Opebeta 80 is a cardiovascular drug containing Sotalol hydrochloride 80mg and is packaged in the form of tablets. The drug is used in the treatment of renal failure, severe ventricular tachycardia, prevention of recurrent atrial fibrillation after electroshock defibrillation, prevention of paroxysmal atrial fibrillation. Follow the article to better understand the drug Opebeta 80 and the use of the drug Opebeta 80.
1. What is Opebeta 80?
Opebeta 80 is a beta-blocker that is used in the treatment of arrhythmias caused by the lower chambers of the heart (ventricular arrhythmias) or the upper chambers of the heart (atrial arrhythmias or arrhythmias). supraventricular). Sotalol is classified as a class III antiarrhythmic, although many other drugs also have class III activity.Due to the major electrophysiological effects of sotalol, both exert their antiarrhythmic effects through prolonging the duration of potentiation on the myocardium, resulting in a longer duration of effective resistance.
2. What does Opebeta 80 do?
Opebeta 80 is effective in treating:
Severe ventricular tachycardia. Prophylaxis of recurrent atrial fibrillation after electroconvulsive defibrillation. Prevention of paroxysmal atrial fibrillation. CKD . However, in the following cases, the drug Opebeta 80 is not allowed to be prescribed:
Hypersensitivity to any component of the drug. Patients with grade IV decompensated heart failure Acute myocardial infarction, shock, 2-3 degree atrioventricular block, sinoatrial block, sinus node failure, heart rate <50 beats/min, QT prolongation, hypokalemia, hypokalemia hypertension, late-stage peripheral fluid disturbances, airway obstruction, metabolic acidosis.
3. Dosage, how to use Opebeta 80
The drug is taken orally. Depending on the treatment purpose to decide the dose of Opebeta 80
Severe ventricular tachycardia 1 tablet x 2 times/day, when needed: 1 tablet x 3 times/day or 2 tablets x 2 times/day, up to 6 tablets/day, divided 2-3 times. Prevention of recurrent atrial fibrillation after defibrillation with electric shock 1 tablet x 2-3 times/day. Prevention of paroxysmal atrial fibrillation 1 tablet x 2 times, maximum 2 tablets x 2 times/day. Renal failure ClCr 10-30mL/min: reduce 1/2 dose, ClCr <10mL/min: reduce dose by 1/4. It is necessary to apply the exact dose of Opebeta 80 indicated on the package, the drug leaflet or the instructions of the doctor or pharmacist. Do not arbitrarily calculate, apply or change the dose.
If you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take your next dose at the scheduled time. Do not take double the prescribed dose.
In case of unusual symptoms when overdose, it is necessary to immediately notify the doctor or the person in charge of medical care for timely handling.
4. Be careful when using Opebeta 80
Subjects who need to be cautious about whether to prescribe Opebeta 80:
History of allergy to sotalol. CKD . Being on a strict diet, diabetes. Old people, children. Pregnant women, lactating women. Driving and operating machinery.
5. Opebeta 80 . side effects
In the process of taking Opebeta 80, some unwanted side effects may appear, including:
Uncommon: Headache, fatigue, dizziness, nausea, cold feeling and numbness in the limbs, wheezing wheezing, sudden chest tightness, unexplained high fever, swelling of eyelids, face, lips, body urticaria Rare: Gastrointestinal disturbances, skin allergies, hypotension, bradycardia, dryness and blurred vision
6. Opebeta 80 drug interactions with food and drink
Consider co-administration with alcohol, tobacco, alcoholic or fermented beverages. Factors that can change the composition of the drug. See details in the leaflet or consult your doctor or pharmacist for more details.
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