Mexitil Capsules 100mg

Generic name: Mexiletine hydrochloride

Manufactured by: TAIYO Pharma

Description

This medicine suppresses abnormal cardiac excitation in arrhythmia and restores regular cardiac rhythm without

affecting sinus rhythm.

Usually, this medicine is used to treat tachyarrhythmia (ventricular).

Ingredients and dosage form

white opaque/reddish yellow opaque capsule (diameter: 6.0mm, length: 16mm)

Dosing schedule/Directions

Your dosing schedule must be prescribed by your doctor or a healthcare professional

・In general, for adults, start oral administration from one capsule (100mg of mexiletine hydrochloride) three times daily and the dosage may be increased up to 150mg at a time by monitoring the patient's response to therapy. The dosage may be adjusted according to the patient's age and severity of symptoms. A capsule contains 100mg of the active ingredient. Strictly follow the instructions.

・If you miss a dose, take the missed dose as soon as possible. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue your regular dosing schedule. You should never take two doses at one time.

・If you accidentally take more than your prescribed dose, consult with your doctor or pharmacist.

・Do not stop taking this medicine unless your doctor instructs you to do so.

Warnings

Before using this medicine, be sure to tell your doctor and pharmacist

・If you have previously experienced any allergic reactions (itch, rash etc.) to any medicines.

・If you have severe conduction disorder (atrioventricular block etc.), heart disease (myocardial infarction, valvular disease, cardiomyopathy, sinus bradycardia, heart failure etc.), hepatic or renal disorder, hypotension or Parkinson's disease.

・If you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

・If you are taking any other medicinal products. (Some medicines may interact to enhance or diminish medicinal effects. Beware of over-the-counter medicines and dietary supplements as well as other prescription medicines.)

Precautions while taking this medicine

・Do not engage in driving a car, operating machinery, or other hazardous activities. This medicine may cause a feeling of haziness, dizziness, etc.

Possible adverse reactions to this medicine

The most commonly reported adverse reactions include nausea, abdominal pain, loss of appetite, indigestion, vomiting, erythema, itching and generalized rash. If any of these symptoms occur, consult with your doctor or pharmacist.

The symptoms described below are rarely seen as initial symptoms of the adverse reactions

indicated in brackets. If any of these symptoms occur, stop taking this medicine and see your

doctor immediately.

・erythema, blister, erosion, fever [toxic epidermal necrolysis, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, erythroderma]

・rash, fever, swelling of lymph nodes [hypersensitivity syndrome]

・syncope (faint), dizziness, irregular pulse [ventricular tachycardia, atrioventricular block]

・decrease in urine volume, edema, general fatigue [renal failure]

・seeing objects or hearing sounds that do not exist, disorientation of time or place [hallucination]

The above symptoms do not describe all the adverse reactions to this medicine. Consult with your doctor or pharmacist if you notice any symptoms of concern other than those listed above.

Storing Conditions

・Keep out of the reach of children. Store away from heat, moisture and light.

・Discard the remainder, do not store. If you dispose of unused medicines, seek advice of your pharmacist about proper disposal of drugs.

Product specifications, appearance and package content are subject to change without prior notice.

Description of the medical drugs is not intended for prescribing treatment without the involvement of a physician.