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    • PROCAINAMIDE HCL

    • QTY 10
    • 100 MG/ML
    • VIAL
    • Near  77381

PROCAINAMIDE (proe kane A mide) 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.


PROCAINAMIDE HCL Lifestyle Interactions

  • Procainamide Hydrochloride 100mg/1mL, Solution for injection

    Interaction: Alcohol
    Severity: Moderate
    Notes for Consumers: Ethanol may decrease the actions of Procainamide by decreasing Procainamide blood levels. If you are taking these drugs together and are experiencing shortness of breath, racing or pounding heartbeat, fainting spells, or facial flushing, contact your health care provider immediately.
    Notes for Professionals: Alcohol consumption tends to decrease the half-life of procainamide in the blood through induction of its acetylation to NAPA.

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