What is Sotalol used for?

Sotalol is an oral tablet made up of sotalol. Sotalol is a combination of a beta blocker and an anti-arrhythmic.  We carry the generic alternative to Betapace, Sotalol, in 80mg and 160mg. The generic (sotalol) and brand choice (Betapace) are both just as effective and made with the same active ingredient, but may vary in color, form and price.

Sotalol (Betapace) is used to treat life-threatening rapid ventricular heartbeat (a malfunction in the heart's electrical system, also known as ventricular tachycardia, that causes more than 100 beats per minute with at least three irregular heartbeats in a row) and for the prevention of recurrent atrial fibrillation (a quivering or irregular heartbeat, also known as arrhythmia, that can lead to blood clots, stroke, heart failure and other heart-related complications.). It is also used for paroxysmal supraventricular tachycardia (rapid heart rate that starts in a part of the heart above the ventricles. "Paroxysmal" means from time to time). Those who have these conditions and suffer from severe weakness and shortness of breath would use Sotalol.

Sotalol works by slowing the heart rate and helps the heart beat in a more normal, consistent way.

Always follow directions given to you by your doctor.

Take Sotalol tablets with or without food.

To gain the most benefit, do not miss doses and try to take them at the same time each day.

Keep taking this medication as you have been told by your doctor or other health care provider, even if you feel better.

Do not take any kind of antacids that has aluminum or magnesium in them within 2 hours of taking a sotalol tablet.

A liquid (suspension) can be made if you cannot swallow pills. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist about how to create this suspension.

Tell your doctor about all medications you are currently taking including prescription, over-the-counter, vitamins, and herbal remedies.

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan on becoming pregnant. Do not breastfeed while on this medication.

Tell your doctor if you;

Have asthma, other respiratory problems, kidney disease, heart failure or a weak heart, heart block, sick sinus syndrome, or a slow heart beat. If you have low potassium or magnesium levels. If you are taking other drugs to help an abnormal heart beat

Be aware that;

You will need a ECG before starting Betapace and during treatment. This medicine could affect lab tests. This medication could hide the signs of low blood sugar. If you have diabetes, you will need to monitor your blood sugar closely. Do not stop taking this medication all of a sudden. Doing so can cause worse chest pain and even heart attack. Side effects are more likely to occur in females.

This is not a complete list of side effects.

Some common, mild side effects include;

Dizziness. Headache. Diarrhea. Upset stomach or throwing up. Feeling tired or weak.

Less common but serious side effects include;

Very bad dizziness or passing out. Chest pain or pressure. Fast or slow heartbeat. An abnormal heartbeat that is new or worse. Feeling very tired or weak. Sweating a lot. Change in eyesight.

What is Sotalol?

Sotalol is a medication that is prescribed for a condition called Sustained Ventricular Tachycardia, which is an irregular heartbeat that speeds up your heart and causes such symptoms as shortness of breath and overall weakness. It comes in doses of 80mg and 160mg. It is normally taken by mouth, in the form of a tablet. You can buy Sotalol online at a low price from My Drug Center. Call 1-877-385-8998.

 

How long does Sotalol stay in your system?

If you were to stop taking Sotalol, it would take approximately 4 days before it leaves your system completely.