Pacerone

What Is Pacerone Used For

Pacerone is a type of medication that is used to help your heart to beat regularly when fatal irregular heartbeats are persistent. This is the type of drug that must be taken every single day.

If you experience or are concerned or require more information about any of the above conditions, please contact your healthcare prescriber about Pacerone.

How To Use Pacerone

Remember to take your medication at regular intervals between every dose so that your drug will work efficiently. It is also important to follow the instructions given and read the patient information leaflet provided as these will differ between different medication.

Pacerone tablets should be taken orally with a glass of water. Remember, when taking Pacerone or any prescription drug to always follow the label closely. Be sure to space your doses evenly and do not take more than directed. Keep taking even if you feel better and do not stop taking except on the advice of your prescriber.

Pacerone should only be taken as instructed by your healthcare prescriber. Do not stop taking this medication without consulting your healthcare prescriber first or unless instructed to do so. If the medication is for your child, remember that the dosage instructions will differ, so please check prior to starting the medication.

Conflicting Medications With Pacerone

Always consult the doctor who prescribed Pacerone to you; as this is only a partial interacting medicines list:
  • Certain antibiotics such as clarithromycin, erythromycin, gatifloxacin, grepafloxacin, levofloxacin, moxifloxacin, sparfloxacin
  • Astemizole
  • Beta-blockers or calcium-channel blockers often used for high blood pressure or heart problem
  • Cholestyramine
  • Cisapride
  • Warfarin
  • Cyclosporine
  • Tramadol
  • Dextromethorphan
  • Terfenadine
  • Dolasetron
  • Sirolimus or tacrolimus
  • Fentanyl
  • Pyridoxine or vitamin B6
  • Ginger
  • Probucol
  • Halofantrine
  • Pimozide
  • Hawthorn
  • Rifampin, rifabutin or rifapentine
  • Medicines for angina, high blood pressure or heart failure
  • Medicines to control heart rhythm
  • Medicines for colds or breathing difficulties
  • Medicines for thyroid problems
  • Medicines for HIV infection
  • Medicines for seizures such as phenytoin
  • Medicines for mental depression such as tricyclic antidepressants
  • Medicines for mental problems and psychotic disturbances
  • Arsenic trioxide
  • Cimetidine
  • Bepridil
  • Ceyimeline
It is very important to inform your healthcare prescriber of your medical history and the drugs that you are taking. For example, drugs that you are currently taking along with Pacerone may interact with each other. Inform your healthcare prescriber if you fall into any one of the following categories below:
  • Are a smoker
  • Use any other legal or illegal drugs or substances
  • Consume alcohol or caffeine on a regular basis

All of the categories listed above may affect the outcome of the medicine Pacerone and as a result give rise to unwanted side-effects.

Read more information on Pacerone using the links under About Pacerone