Multaq (Dronedarone)

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Description

MULTAQ is a prescription medicine used to lower the chance you would need to go into the hospital for heart problems. It is meant for people who have had an abnormal heart rhythm called atrial fibrillation (AFib) or atrial flutter (AFlutter) in the last 6 months, but who may currently have a regular heart rhythm or will have medical treatment to return to a regular rhythm. MULTAQ may be safely used by people who have had AFib and AFlutter who also have other conditions such as high blood pressure, stroke, or diabetes.

Fact Table

Formula

C31H44N2O5S

License

US DailyMed, EU EMA

Bioavailability

15%

Legal status

Rx-Only

Chemical Name

Dronedarone

Elimination half-life

13–19 hours

Dosage (Strength)

400mg

Pregnancy

Not Recommended

Brands

Multaq

Protein binding

More than 98%

PubChem CID

208898

MedlinePlus

a609034

ChEBI

50659

ATC code

C01BD07

DrugBank

DB04855

KEGG

D02537

Routes of admsinistration

By mouth (Tablets)

Directions

The usual dosage is 400 mg by mouth twice daily with or without food, as prescribed by a healthcare professional.

It is important to follow the dosage instructions carefully and to continue taking Multaq even if symptoms improve unless otherwise directed by a doctor.

Ingredients

The active ingredient in Multaq is dronedarone.

Interactions

Common drug-drug interactions may include:

  • Alfuzosin
  • Amiodarone
  • Amisulpride
  • Amitriptyline
  • Anagrelide
  • Apomorphine
  • Aripiprazole
  • Aripiprazole Lauroxil
  • Arsenic Trioxide
  • Asenapine
  • Astemizole
  • Atazanavir
  • Azithromycin
  • Bedaquiline
  • Bepridil
  • Boceprevir
  • Buprenorphine
  • Buserelin
  • Ceritinib
  • Chloroquine
  • Chlorpromazine
  • Ciprofloxacin
  • Cisapride
  • Citalopram
  • Clarithromycin
  • Clofazimine
  • Clomipramine
  • Clothiapine
  • Clozapine
  • Cobicistat
  • Colchicine
  • Conivaptan
  • Crizotinib
  • Cyclobenzaprine
  • Cyclosporine
  • Dabrafenib
  • Darunavir
  • Dasatinib
  • Degarelix
  • Delamanid
  • Desipramine
  • Deslorelin
  • Deutetrabenazine
  • Dexmedetomidine
  • Disopyramide
  • Dofetilide
  • Dolasetron
  • Domperidone
  • Donepezil
  • Doxepin
  • Droperidol
  • Ebastine
  • Efavirenz
  • Eliglustat
  • Encorafenib
  • Entrectinib
  • Eribulin
  • Erythromycin
  • Escitalopram
  • Etrasimod
  • Famotidine
  • Felbamate
  • Fexinidazole
  • Fingolimod
  • Flecainide
  • Flibanserin
  • Fluconazole
  • Fluoxetine
  • Fluphenazine
  • Formoterol
  • Foscarnet
  • Fosphenytoin
  • Fostemsavir
  • Galantamine
  • Gatifloxacin
  • Gemifloxacin
  • Gepirone
  • Glasdegib
  • Gonadorelin
  • Goserelin
  • Granisetron
  • Halofantrine
  • Haloperidol
  • Histrelin
  • Hydroxychloroquine
  • Hydroxyzine
  • Ibutilide
  • Idelalisib
  • Iloperidone
  • Imipramine
  • Indinavir
  • Inotuzumab Ozogamicin
  • Itraconazole
  • Ivabradine
  • Ivosidenib
  • Ketoconazole
  • Lapatinib
  • Lefamulin
  • Lenvatinib
  • Leuprolide
  • Levofloxacin
  • Levoketoconazole
  • Levomethadyl
  • Lidocaine
  • Lofexidine
  • Lomitapide
  • Lumefantrine
  • Macimorelin
  • Mefloquine
  • Mesoridazine
  • Methadone
  • Methotrimeprazine
  • Metronidazole
  • Mifepristone
  • Mirtazapine
  • Mizolastine
  • Moricizine
  • Moxifloxacin
  • Nafarelin
  • Nefazodone
  • Nelfinavir
  • Nilotinib
  • Nirmatrelvir
  • Norfloxacin
  • Nortriptyline
  • Octreotide
  • Ofloxacin
  • Olanzapine
  • Ondansetron
  • Osilodrostat
  • Osimertinib
  • Oxaliplatin
  • Pacritinib
  • Paliperidone
  • Panobinostat
  • Papaverine
  • Paroxetine
  • Pasireotide
  • Pazopanib
  • Pentamidine
  • Perphenazine
  • Pimavanserin
  • Pimozide
  • Pipamperone
  • Piperaquine
  • Pitolisant
  • Ponesimod
  • Posaconazole
  • Probucol
  • Procainamide
  • Prochlorperazine
  • Promethazine
  • Propafenone
  • Protriptyline
  • Quetiapine
  • Quinidine
  • Quinine
  • Ranolazine
  • Relugolix
  • Ribociclib
  • Risperidone
  • Ritonavir
  • Saquinavir
  • Selpercatinib
  • Sertindole
  • Sertraline
  • Sevoflurane
  • Sodium Phosphate
  • Sodium Phosphate, Dibasic
  • Sodium Phosphate, Monobasic
  • Solifenacin
  • Sorafenib
  • Sotalol
  • Sparfloxacin
  • Sulpiride
  • Sultopride
  • Sunitinib
  • Tacrolimus
  • Tamoxifen
  • Telaprevir
  • Telavancin
  • Telithromycin
  • Terfenadine
  • Tetrabenazine
  • Thioridazine
  • Tolterodine
  • Toremifene
  • Trazodone
  • Triclabendazole
  • Trimipramine
  • Triptorelin
  • Vandetanib
  • Vardenafil
  • Vemurafenib
  • Venlafaxine
  • Vilanterol
  • Vinflunine
  • Voclosporin
  • Voriconazole
  • Vorinostat
  • Ziprasidone
  • Zotepine

Cautions

Use caution if you have a history of severe hepatic impairment or certain heart conditions such as heart block or sinus bradycardia.

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Regular liver function and heart rhythm monitoring may be necessary during treatment with Multaq.

Side Effects

Common adverse reactions to this drug may include:

  • Abdominal pain
  • Acute renal failure
  • Asthenia
  • Congestive heart failure
  • Diarrhea
  • Hepatotoxicity
  • Indigestion
  • Interstitial lung disease
  • Liver failure
  • Nausea
  • Prolonged QT interval
  • Renal failure
  • Serum creatinine above the reference range
  • Vomiting

References

Multaq [package insert]. Bridgewater, NJ: Sanofi; July 2009.



Frequently Asked Questions about Multaq(Dronedarone)


Why is Mutlaq so expensive?

Multaq is costly due to research, manufacturing, ongoing development, marketing, patents, and lack of generic options.


What is multaq used for?

Multaq helps maintain normal heartbeats in people with life-threatening atrial rhythm disorders, reducing the risk of hospitalization for AFib.


How long does multaq stay in your system?

Multaq remains in your system for about 65–95 hours after the last dose.


Does multaq lower blood pressure?

Multaq modestly reduces blood pressure and heart rate during atrial fibrillation, potentially lowering the risk of stroke.


How long does multaq take to work?

Multaq starts working shortly after the first dose and reaches full effectiveness in 4–8 days.


Who should not take Multaq?

People with severe liver problems, certain heart conditions, or allergies should avoid Multaq without consulting a healthcare provider.


What foods to avoid while taking Multaq?

Avoid grapefruit or grapefruit juice, as they can dangerously increase Multaq's blood levels.


Can you ever get off Multaq?

Discontinue Multaq under a healthcare professional's guidance, gradually tapering the dosage to prevent adverse effects.


What is the success rate of Multaq?

Approximately 62.3% of patients treated with Multaq experienced no AFib recurrence after the first year.


Is weight gain a side effect of Multaq?

Weight gain might indicate heart failure, a potential side effect of Multaq. Inform your doctor of any weight changes.


IMPORTANT NOTE: The above information is intended to increase awareness of health information and does not suggest treatment or diagnosis. This information is not a substitute for individual medical attention and should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. See your health care professional for medical advice and treatment.

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