Tambocor
What it is used for
Supraventricular arrhythmias: (a) due to pre-excitation syndromes, eg Wolff-Parkinson-White and Lown-Ganong-levine syndromes. (b) due to dual AV nodal pathways in patients with debilitating symptoms. (c) paroxysmal atrial fibrillation/flutter (PAF) associated with disabling symptoms. Although TAMBOCOR may be effective in supraventricular arrhythmias in patients with structural heart disease, its use has been associated with life threatening and occasionally fatal ventricular arrhythmias. In these patients, particularly in the presence of impaired left ventricular function, TAMBOCOR should be used with extreme caution, preferably after other antiarrhythmic drugs have been tried or considered inappropriate. Use of TAMBOCOR in chronic atrial fibrillation has not been adequately studied and is not recommended. 2. Life threatening ventricular arrhythmias not controlled by other drugs. Intravenous TAMBOCOR is indicated when rapid control or short-term prophylaxis of the above arrhythmias is the main clinical requirement. All use of the injection should be in hospitals only. TAMBOCOR tablets are used for continuous maintenance of normal rhythm following initial oral or intravenous therapy or conversion by other means. Prescribers should also consult the “Warnings” and “Precautions” section of the approved Product Information.
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Intravenous. This medicine or fluids is given through a needle or tube (catheter) inserted into a vein.
- Store below 30 degrees Celsius
- Protect from Light
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Intravenous. This medicine or fluids is given through a needle or tube (catheter) inserted into a vein.
- Store below 30 degrees Celsius
- Protect from Light
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?
For the active ingredient flecainide
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
Visual appearance
Clear solution
Is this medicine subsidised?
This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on March 1, 2020. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.