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Tocainide

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IMPORTANT WARNING:

Tocainide is no longer available in the United States. If you are currently taking tocainide, you should call your doctor to discuss switching to another treatment.

Tocainide may cause bone marrow suppression which will prevent your body from making blood cells; be sure to keep all appointments with your doctor so that your blood counts can be monitored. Report any signs of infection (fever, chills, or sore throat), bruising, or bleeding to your doctor immediately.

Tocainide may cause pulmonary fibrosis (lung damage) in some people. Report any lung symptoms to your doctor immediately: shortness of breath (with or without exercise), cough, fever, or wheezing.

Studies have shown that some antiarrhythmic drugs may increase the risk of death, especially if you have had a previous heart attack. This information also may apply to tocainide. Tocainide usually is only used to treat life-threatening arrhythmias.

Why is this medication prescribed?

Tocainide is used to treat abnormal heart rhythms. It works by making your heart more resistant to abnormal activity.

This medication is sometimes prescribed for other uses; ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.

How should this medicine be used?

Tocainide comes as a tablet to take by mouth. It is usually taken three times a day. Follow the directions on your prescription label carefully, and ask your doctor or pharmacist to explain any part you do not understand. Take tocainide exactly as directed. Do not take more or less of it or take it more often than prescribed by your doctor.

Tocainide helps control your condition but will not cure it. Continue to take tocainide even if you feel well. Do not stop taking tocainide without talking to your doctor.

What storage conditions are needed for this medicine?

Keep this medication in the container it came in, tightly closed, and out of reach of children. Store it at room temperature and away from excess heat and moisture (not in the bathroom). Throw away any medication that is outdated or no longer needed. Talk to your pharmacist about the proper disposal of your medication.

In case of emergency/overdose

In case of overdose, call your local poison control center at 1-800-222-1222. If the victim has collapsed or is not breathing, call local emergency services at 911.

What other information should I know?

Keep all appointments with your doctor and the laboratory. Your doctor will need to determine your response to tocainide.

Do not let anyone else take your medication. Ask your pharmacist any questions you have about refilling your prescription.

Brand names

Tonocard®

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