Propafenone

Products Propafenone is commercially available in the form of film-coated tablets (Rytmonorm). It has been approved in many countries since 1983. Structure and properties Propafenone (C21H27NO3, Mr = 341.4 g/mol) is present in the drug as propafenone hydrochloride, colorless crystals or a white crystalline powder that is sparingly soluble in water. The substance has a … Propafenone

Antiarrhythmics

Indications For the treatment of cardiac arrhythmias. Active ingredients Class I (sodium channel blockers): class IA: Ajmaline (off-label). Quinidine (out of trade) Procainamide (out of commerce) Class IB: Lidocaine Phenytoin (not approved for this indication in many countries). Tocainide (not commercially available in many countries). Mexiletine (not on sale in many countries). Class IC: Encainid … Antiarrhythmics

Clomipramine

Products Clomipramine is commercially available as sustained-release tablets and coated tablets (Anafranil). It has been approved in many countries since 1966 (originally Geigy, later Novartis). The injection and infusion preparations are no longer marketed. Structure and properties Clomipramine (C19H23ClN2, Mr = 314.9 g/mol) is present in drugs as clomipramine hydrochloride, a white to pale yellow … Clomipramine

Propafenone: Effects, Uses & Risks

Propafenone is a well-known active ingredient used to combat cardiac arrhythmias. Due to its chemical and pharmacological properties, propafenone is assigned to the antiarrhythmic drug class. The drug has been in use for several years and is considered to be very effective. What is propafenone? Propafenone is a well-known drug used for the therapy of … Propafenone: Effects, Uses & Risks