* Customers who buy Mexitil also: buy Altace, buy Diltiazem, buy Hytrin, buy Lotensin, or buy Multaq Mexitil (generic name: Mexiletine) is a prescription medication that is used to treat cardiac arrhythmias (abnormal electrical conduction within the heart) and irregular heartbeat. Mexitil contains the active ingredient mexiletine. It is known as an anti-arrhythmic drug. It works by blocking certain electrical signals in the heart that can cause an irregular heartbeat. Treating an irregular heartbeat can decrease the risk of blood clots, heart attack or stroke. Mexitil should always be taken exactly as your doctor instructs.
The most commonly reported side effects of Mexitil are dyspepsia (heart burn), dizziness and confusion, tremor, nausea and unsteadiness on standing. Less common side effects though still fairly frequently reported are vomiting, light headedness, poor co-ordination, headache and blurred vision. Rare but more serious side effects of Mexitil that warrant immediate medical attention are unexplained bruising or bleeding (e.g. nosebleed), a change in heart beat that is still irregular or worsening of existing irregularity, chest discomfort, pressure or tightness, swelling of the hands, feet, ankles or face, persistent or projectile vomiting, jaundice (yellowing of the skin and/or whites of the eyes) that as well as unusually dark urine can indicate liver dysfunction. Anaphylaxis that is, a severe and sudden allergic reaction and can occur when using Mexitil or any other medicine. If you experience sudden swelling of the mouth, lips, tongue or throat, difficulty in swallowing or breathing seek medical attention urgently.
Tell your doctor if you have a history of liver disease, unusually slow heartbeat, heart disease, heart failure, heart attack or seizures before beginning treatment with Mexitil. Mexitil may make you dizzy. Do not operate machinery or drive until you are certain you are not affected. Limiting alcohol intake or abstaining altogether will often relieve this side effect. Mexitil like most drugs can interact with other medications be they prescribed or over the counter drugs. Mexitil and other drugs can also interact with supplements and herbal remedies. It is important to inform you doctor of any and all of these which you take. Do not take Mexitil when pregnant except under the close supervision of your doctor. Mexitil can pass into breast milk however there is no evidence that it can harm a nursing baby. Caffeine is best avoided whilst undergoing treatment with Mexitil. Do not take large doses of vitamin C (ascorbic acid) while taking Mexitil. Patients taking asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) treatment theophylline should not take Mexitil. If you suffer from heart burn and take remedies for this seek your doctor or pharmacist's advice before taking Mexitil. Anticonvulsants like phenytoin and phenobarbital interfere with how your body breaks down Mexitil patients using these drugs and cimetidine, fluvoxamine, propafenone, rifampin should not take Mexitil.
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