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Mexiletine Hcl Oral - Mexiletine - Oral Generic Drug

General Information

  • Below is miscellaneous information regarding Mexiletine Hcl Oral
  • Mexitil
  • mex-ILL-ih-teen


Usage Instructions

  • This medication should be taken with food, milk or an antacid to prevent stomach upset.
  • Take this medication with a full glass (8 oz or 240 ml) of water unless your doctor directs you otherwise.
  • Do not lie down for 30 minutes after taking this medication.
  • This medication works best when there is a constant level of the drug in your body.
  • To do this, take each dose exactly as prescribed at evenly spaced intervals throughout the day and night.
  • Try to take each dose at the same time each day.
  • Do not stop taking this medication without consulting your doctor.
  • Some conditions may become worse when the drug is suddenly stopped.

Warning

  • This medication sometimes produces new irregular heartbeats (arrhythmias).
  • Therefore, it should be used in carefully selected patients.
  • Consult your doctor or pharmacist for more information.

Medicinal Applications

  • This medication is used to treat irregular heart rhythms (arrhythmias) and maintain a normal heart rate.

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 Interactions

  • Tell your doctor of all medications you may use (both prescription and nonprescription), especially.

Possible Side Effects

  • Nausea, vomiting, heartburn, dizziness, tremor, changes in vision, nervousness, confusion, headache, fatigue, depression, changes in sleep habits, numbness or tingling especially of the hands or feet, ringing in the ears may occur.
  • If any of these symptoms persist or worsen, notify your doctor.
  • Inform your doctor if you develop.

Overdose

  • If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
  • Symptoms of overdose may include dizziness, drowsiness, nausea, low blood pressure, slow pulse, tingling in fingers or toes, seizures, and loss of consciousness.

Mexiletine Hcl Oral Storage Instructions

  • Store at room temperature and keep away from moisture and sunlight.
  • Do not store in the bathroom.

Mexiletine Hcl Oral Miscellaneous Notes

  • Your doctor may want you to check your pulse rate every day while you take this medication.
  • Learn how to monitor your pulse.

Read Before Using Mexiletine Hcl Oral (precautions)

  • Tell your doctor your medical history, especially.

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

  • Take any missed dose as soon as possible but not if it is almost time for the next dose.
  • If it is time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your regular schedule.
  • Do not double the dose to catch up.