Betacor 80 Mg 30 Tablets

Betacor 80 Mg 30 Tablets

Description:

Betacor 80 mg 30 tablets is a prescription cardiovascular medicine containing sotalol, a nonselective beta-adrenergic blocking agent with class iii anti-arrhythmic and potassium channel–blocking properties. It is primarily used for the management and prevention of certain serious cardiac arrhythmias and to help control blood pressure in hypertensive patients. By slowing the heart rate, reducing myocardial oxygen demand, and prolonging cardiac repolarisation, Betacor 80 mg supports better rhythm control and overall heart function under medical supervision.

Indications:

• Treatment and prevention of certain ventricular arrhythmias (such as sustained ventricular tachycardia) as directed by a cardiologist.
• Management of supraventricular arrhythmias, including atrial fibrillation and atrial flutter, where beta-blockade and class iii anti-arrhythmic action are indicated.
• Control of heart rate and rhythm in patients with documented tachyarrhythmias responsive to sotalol.
• Adjunctive therapy in patients with ischemic heart disease and angina, by reducing cardiac workload and oxygen consumption (when prescribed for this purpose).
• Reduction of blood pressure in patients with hypertension, as part of a comprehensive antihypertensive regimen when deemed appropriate by the physician.

Active Ingredients / Key Components:

• Sotalol hydrochloride – 80 mg per tablet.
• Excipients: The full list of inactive ingredients (tablet core and coating components, such as fillers, binders, disintegrants, lubricants, and colorants) is not available in the provided information. Please refer to the official package leaflet for a complete excipient list.

Dosage & Administration / How to Use:

• Betacor 80 mg must be used exactly as prescribed by your physician or cardiologist. Do not change the dose or stop the medicine without medical advice.
• Typical adult dosing for arrhythmias is individualized and may start at lower doses (for example 40 mg twice daily) and be titrated up to 80 mg or higher doses per day, depending on response and tolerability. The exact regimen should be determined by the treating physician.
• Tablets are usually taken orally with water, at the same times each day, with or without food. Taking it consistently with respect to meals may help maintain stable blood levels.
• Swallow the tablets whole; do not crush or chew unless your doctor or pharmacist advises otherwise.
• If a dose is missed, take it as soon as you remember unless it is nearly time for the next dose. Do not double the dose to make up for a missed tablet.
• Because of its effects on heart rhythm and conduction, initiation or dose adjustment of sotalol is often performed under close medical monitoring, sometimes in a hospital setting, with ECG and renal function assessment.
• Use in children and adolescents should only be under specialist supervision, with carefully adjusted doses.

Clinical Benefits:

• Helps stabilise abnormal heart rhythms by combining nonselective beta-blocking action with class iii anti-arrhythmic effects.
• Reduces heart rate and myocardial oxygen consumption, thereby decreasing cardiac workload and improving exercise tolerance in appropriate patients.
• Prolongs the effective refractory period and repolarisation in atrial and ventricular tissues, increasing the threshold for ventricular fibrillation and helping prevent serious arrhythmias.
• Contributes to lowering blood pressure in hypertensive individuals as part of a comprehensive cardiovascular risk management plan.

Warnings & Contraindications:

• Use only under medical supervision. Sotalol can cause significant changes in heart rhythm and must be monitored with ECG, especially at initiation and dose changes.
• Contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to sotalol or any component of the product.
• Contraindicated in patients with bronchial asthma or severe chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, due to nonselective beta-blockade that may provoke bronchospasm.
• Contraindicated in severe bradycardia, sick sinus syndrome (unless a functioning pacemaker is present), second- or third-degree atrioventricular (av) block, and decompensated heart failure unless specifically managed by a specialist.
• Contraindicated in patients with congenital or acquired long qt syndrome, history of torsades de pointes, or significant qt prolongation, due to increased risk of life-threatening arrhythmias.
• Use with caution in patients with renal impairment, as sotalol is primarily eliminated by the kidneys; dose adjustment and close monitoring are required.
• Use with caution in diabetes, as beta-blockers may mask symptoms of hypoglycaemia such as tachycardia.
• Use with caution in patients with peripheral vascular disease, psoriasis, or a history of severe allergic reactions, as beta-blockers may exacerbate these conditions.
• Do not stop Betacor abruptly, especially in patients with ischemic heart disease, as sudden withdrawal may precipitate angina, arrhythmias, or myocardial infarction. Taper only under medical guidance.
• Consult your doctor before use if pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding. The physician will weigh potential benefits and risks.
• Inform your doctor about all other medicines you are taking, especially other anti-arrhythmics, calcium channel blockers, digoxin, diuretics that affect electrolytes, and medicines that prolong the qt interval.
• Not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease without proper medical supervision and prescription.
• Keep out of reach of children.

Side Effects:

• Common side effects may include fatigue, dizziness, lightheadedness, slow heart rate (bradycardia), cold extremities, nausea, or gastrointestinal discomfort.
• Some patients may experience sleep disturbances, headache, shortness of breath, or mild hypotension (low blood pressure).
• Serious side effects can include marked bradycardia, severe hypotension, worsening heart failure, bronchospasm (especially in patients with asthma or copd), and new or worsened arrhythmias including torsades de pointes.
• Allergic reactions such as rash, itching, swelling, or severe dizziness are possible but uncommon. Seek immediate medical attention if these occur.
• Stop the medicine and seek urgent medical care if you experience fainting, severe dizziness, irregular or very slow heartbeat, chest pain, or difficulty breathing.

Storage Instructions:

Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Keep container tightly closed. Keep out of reach of children.

Specifications:

• Active ingredient: sotalol hydrochloride 80 mg per tablet.
• Form: film-coated tablets for oral administration.
• Pack size: 30 tablets per pack.
• Intended use: prescription anti-arrhythmic and antihypertensive medicine for adults and selected patients as directed by a physician.

Disclaimer:
All pharmacy products are intended for general use only and do not replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a healthcare provider before use. Results may vary, and no specific outcomes are guaranteed. Products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease unless stated. Follow label instructions carefully, as misuse may cause adverse effects. Compliance with local laws is the customer’s responsibility.