Mexohar 50mg Capsule 30.0 capsules in 1 strip

All Details About Mexohar 50mg Capsule

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Mexohar 50mg Capsule

Description:

Mexohar 50mg Capsule is an anti-arrhythmic medicine used to treat certain types of arrhythmia (abnormal heart rhythm). It restores normal heart rhythm by blocking abnormal electrical signals in the heart. This helps to maintain a regular and steady heartbeat.

Mexohar 50mg Capsule should be taken regularly as advised by the doctor. This medicine is best taken with food. Take it at the fixed time every day for the best result. This medicine should not be stopped abruptly without consulting the doctor, as this can worsen your condition. Regular follow-up with your doctor is advised while using this medicine.

Ordinary side effects of this medicine include upper abdominal pain, lightheadedness, tremors, and impaired. Let your doctor know if you are bothered by any of these side effects or if they get worse. Your doctor may also advise regular monitoring of liver and kidney function while you are taking this medicine.

This medicine may not be suitable for some people. You must inform the doctor if you are suffering from any severe heart, liver, or kidney disease. Also, let your doctor know about all the other medications that you are using regularly. This medicine is not usually recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding, so always consult your doctor before taking it.

Uses:

Arrhythmia

Directions For Use:

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Mexohar 50mg Capsule should be taken with or after food.

Side Effects:

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Ordinary side effects of Mexohar

Lightheadedness
Tremors
Impaired coordination
Upper abdominal pain

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Mexohar 50mg Capsule. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

The safety of Mexohar 50mg Capsule during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Mexohar 50mg Capsule may be unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. It should be used only if the expected benefit outweighs the potential risk. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

UNSAFE

Mexohar 50mg Capsule may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CAUTION

Mexohar 50mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.

Liver

UNSAFE

Mexohar 50mg Capsule is unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided.

FAQs:

Is Mexohar 50mg Capsule a beta blocker?

No, Mexohar 50mg Capsule is not a beta blocker. It is a sodium channel blocker and belongs to the antiarrhythmic class of medicine. It blocks the fast sodium channels in the heart, and therefore, helps in treating ventricular arrhythmia (abnormal electrical activity). This medicine blocks certain electrical signals in the heart and stabilizes the heart rhythm.

Does Mexohar 50mg Capsule lower heart rate?

Mexohar 50mg Capsule may lower your heart rate. In addition to this, it may also cause palpitations, irregular heartbeats, a decrease in blood pressure, and atrial fibrillation (abnormal heart rhythm). Therefore, you will probably be hospitalized when you begin your treatment with Mexohar 50mg Capsule. Your doctor will monitor you carefully during this time and for as long as you continue to take Mexohar 50mg Capsule.

Is Mexohar 50mg Capsule bad for the liver?

Affirmative, Mexohar 50mg Capsule may cause liver damage. This may occur within a few weeks of starting Mexohar 50mg Capsule and is more likely to occur in patients with heart failure. Tolerants who have impaired liver function are monitored carefully. Also, the half-life of Mexohar 50mg Capsule is prolonged in patients having liver problems, and it stays for a longer time in the body. Tell your doctor if you notice symptoms such as fatigue, dark or “tea-colored” urine, loss of appetite for several days or longer, or pain and tenderness on the right side of the abdomen. Look out if your skin or the white part of your eyes turns yellow (jaundice) and consult your doctor immediately.

How do I stop taking Mexohar 50mg Capsule?

Stopping this medicine suddenly may cause arrhythmias to return, which will be harmful for you. Therefore, do not attempt to stop this medicine without consulting your doctor. It is recommended to stop this medicine gradually over 1-2 weeks. The duration of treatment varies from person to person, and though no precise guide is available, withdrawal of Mexohar 50mg Capsule should be attempted after a suitable arrhythmia-free period.

Do you take Mexohar 50mg Capsule with food?

Affirmative, Mexohar 50mg Capsule should be taken with food or antacids to prevent stomach upset. Mexohar 50mg Capsule is usually prescribed to be taken thrice daily at an interval of every 8 hours. Some people may be advised to take it twice daily, every 12 hours, once their arrhythmias are controlled. You should take it at the same time every day, as this makes it easier for you to remember to take it. Also, drink a sufficient quantity of water while sitting in an upright position. Check with your doctor if you are not sure.

Written by:
Dr. T. Sharmila Krishna
M.B.B.S., MD (Biochemistry)

Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H

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