Pronestyl-sr - Procainamide - Oral, Injection Brand Drug

General Information

• Below is miscellaneous information regarding Pronestyl-sr.
• Pronestyl-SR
• pro-CANE-uh-mide

Warning

• Rarely, procainamide may cause serious (sometimes fatal) blood disorders (for example, agranulocytosis, hypoplastic anemia).
• Notify your doctor immediately if you develop any of the following symptoms.

What To Do In Case Of Medical Emergency

• Your condition can cause complications in a medical emergency.
• For enrollment information call MedicAlert at 1-800-854-1166 (USA), or 1-800-668-1507 (Canada).

Drug Compatibility Recommendations

• Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take especially.

Usage Instructions

• Take this medication at evenly spaced intervals throughout the day and night.
• It is important to take each dose at the designated time.
• Do not increase your dose, take this more often or skip any doses since improper dosing may lead to a worsening of your condition.
• Ask your doctor or pharmacist to help you plan a correct and convenient dosing schedule.
• Do not stop taking this medication without consulting your doctor.
• It is important to continue taking this medication even if you feel well.
• Sustained-release tablets must be swallowed whole.
• Do not crush or chew them or the long action can be destroyed and the chance of side effects increased.

Overdose

• If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
• Symptoms of overdose include weakness, fatigue, dizziness, fast heartbeat, confusion, and decreased urination.

Pronestyl-sr Storage Instructions

• Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from heat and light.
• Do not store in the bathroom.

Read Before Using Pronestyl-sr (precautions)

• Tell your doctor if you have.

Pronestyl-sr Miscellaneous Notes

• Some brands of this medication contain a wax core which slowly releases the drug in the body.
• This wax core is not digested and may be seen in your stool.
• Do not be alarmed.

Medicinal Applications

• Procainamide is used to treat an irregular heartbeat (arrhythmia).

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

• If you miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered; do not take it if it is near the time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
• Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.

Possible Side Effects

• Stomach upset, loss of appetite, nausea, diarrhea, bitter taste in mouth, or flushing may occur the first several days as your body adjusts to the medication.
• If any of these effects continue or worsen, notify your doctor promptly.
• Notify your doctor if you develop.