Betapace, also known by the generic name Sotalol, is a medication that is used to treat patients who have an irregular heart beat or a very fast heart rate.
Betapace belongs to a group of drugs called beta-blockers. One of the ways this group of drugs works is by interacting with the electrical signals that are transmitted between the nerves of the heart.
The heart is a large muscle and it pumps blood when nerves tell it to via electrical signals. When these signals are not working properly, the patient experiences abnormal heart functions such as a very high heart rate or an irregular heart rhythm (which is called an arrhythmia). Betapace affects the nerves of the heart in such a way that results in a slower and more regular heart rate.
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What are the side effects of Betapace (Sotalol)?
Side effects associated with the use of Betapace may include fatigue, lightheadedness, dizziness, headache, mild stomach upset or diarrhea.
More serious side effects are possible and may include feeling faint, shortness of breath, very slow or very fast heartbeats, swelling in the limbs, nausea, stomach pain, loss of appetite, pain in the chest or arms, or cold hands and feet.Stop using Betapace and contact your doctor right away if you experience these or any other unusual symptoms after using this medicine.
Allergic reactions are possible when using Sotalol and include a sudden rash, itchiness or swelling of the skin, mouth, or throat, and difficulty breathing. Contact a doctor immediately if you suspect you are having an allergic reaction to this drug.
What precautions are advised when using Betapace (Sotalol)?
Certain medicines may interact with how Betapace works in your body. These may include other drugs for heart and blood disorders, water pills/diuretics, antibiotics, sedatives, medicines to treat mood disorders, certain asthma or allergy medicines, cold and flu medicines, other heart medicines, medicines for diabetes, an MAO inhibitor, and any herbal or nutritional supplements you may be taking.
Since you may become tired or dizzy while taking this medicine, do not drive or engage in potentially dangerous activity while using this medicine.
Women who are pregnant, nursing, or plan on becoming pregnant should not use Betapace unless specifically prescribed by their doctor.
What happens with an overdose of Betapace (Sotalol)?
Overdose symptoms of Sotalol may include shortness of breath, significant weakness or fainting, confusion, sudden swelling of the limbs, pounding heart beats, chest pain, sweating, or convulsions. Contact a healthcare professional immediately if you feel you have overdosed on Sotalol.
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