Norpace Oral
In Depth
- Uses and How to Use
- Dosage and Storage
- Precautions and Side Effects
- Drug Interactions
- Drug Images
Pronounced: (dye-so-PIR-uh-mide)
Norpace Oral Uses
This medication is used to treat certain types of serious (possibly fatal) irregular heartbeat, such as persistent ventricular tachycardia. It is used to restore normal heart rhythm and maintain a regular, steady heartbeat. Disopyramide is known as an anti-arrhythmic drug. It works by blocking certain electrical signals in the heart that can cause an irregular heartbeat. Treating an irregular heartbeat can decrease the risk for blood clots, and this effect can reduce your risk of heart attack or stroke.
How To Use Norpace Oral
Take this medication by mouth with or without food exactly as prescribed by your doctor. If you are taking the immediate-release form, you will usually take it 4 times daily or as directed by your doctor.
If you are taking the long-acting form, you will usually take it twice a day or as directed by your doctor. Do not crush or chew the long-acting capsules or tablets. Doing so can release all of the drug at once and may increase the risk of side effects. Some long-acting tablets may be split. Check with your pharmacist to see whether your tablet may be split.
Dosage is based on your age, kidney and liver function, medical condition, and response to treatment.
Use this medication regularly to get the most benefit from it. To help you remember, take it at the same times each day.
Tell your doctor if your condition does not improve or if it worsens.
