Ibutilide Fumarate Side Effects, Uses, Interactions, Pictures, Warnings & Dosing

- IBUTILIDE FUMARATE (Generic for CORVERT)
- QTY 10
- 0.1 MG/ML
- VIAL
- - Near Shenandoah, Texas 77381

IBUTILIDE (i byoo ti lide) treats a fast or irregular heartbeat (arrhythmia). It works by slowing down overactive electric signals in the heart, which stabilizes your heart rhythm. It belongs to a group of medications called antiarrhythmics.

IBUTILIDE FUMARATE (Generic for CORVERT) Information

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What is this medication?

IBUTILIDE (i byoo ti lide) treats a fast or irregular heartbeat (arrhythmia). It works by slowing down overactive electric signals in the heart, which stabilizes your heart rhythm. It belongs to a group of medications called antiarrhythmics.

This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist if you have questions.
How should I use this medication?

This medication is for infusion into a vein. It is given in a hospital or clinic setting.
Talk to your care team about the use of this medication in children. Special care may be needed.

Overdosage: If you think you have taken too much of this medicine contact a poison control center or emergency room at once.
NOTE: This medicine is only for you. Do not share this medicine with others.
What may interact with this medication?

Do not take this medication with any of the following:
-Amoxapine
-Arsenic trioxide
-Certain antibiotics like clarithromycin, erythromycin, gatifloxacin, gemifloxacin, levofloxacin, moxifloxacin, sparfloxacin, telithromycin, troleandomycin
-Cisapride
-Droperidol
-Haloperidol
-Hawthorn
-Levomethadyl
-Maprotiline
-Medications to control heart rhythm
-Medications to treat or prevent malaria like chloroquine or halofantrine
-Methadone
-Pentamidine
-Phenothiazines like chlorpromazine, mesoridazine, prochlorperazine, thioridazine
-Pimozide
-Ranolazine
-Sertindole
-Tricyclic antidepressants
-Vardenafil
This medication may also interact with the following:
-Ziprasidone

This list may not describe all possible interactions. Give your health care provider a list of all the medicines, herbs, non-prescription drugs, or dietary supplements you use. Also tell them if you smoke, drink alcohol, or use illegal drugs. Some items may interact with your medicine.
What should I watch for while using this medication?
What if I miss a dose?
What side effects may I notice from receiving this medication?

Side effects that you should report to your care team as soon as possible:
-Allergic reaction—skin rash, itching, hives, swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat
-Heart rhythm changes—fast or irregular heartbeat, dizziness, feeling faint or lightheaded, chest pain, trouble breathing
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your care team if they continue or are bothersome):
-Headache
-Nausea
-Pain, redness, or irritation at injection site

This list may not describe all possible side effects. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
Where should I keep my medication?

DISCLAIMER: This drug information content is provided for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Patients should always consult their physician with any questions regarding a medical condition and to obtain medical advice and treatment. Drug information is sourced from GSDD (Gold Standard Drug Database ) provided by Elsevier.