Read user comments about the side effects, benefits, and effectiveness of Cordarone oral.
Overall User Ratings
21 Total User Reviews
User Reviews
Learn about
User Reviews
Reviewer: southernbellak, 45-54 Female (Caregiver)
Effectiveness
Ease of Use
Satisfaction
Comment:
My mother passed away in January 2011 after many years of being on amiodarone.Death certificate stated she had interstitial pneumonitis and respiratory. As you may know this drug causes respiratory failure and I believe it contributed to her death as she was never diagnosed or had any respiratory problems. Pulmonary fibrosis doesn't just creep up on you. Does anyone have any patient informati
...
Show Full Comment
11
people
found this review helpful.
Was this review helpful? Yes | No
Reviewer: Bo, 55-64 Male on Treatment for less than 1 month (Patient)
Effectiveness
Ease of Use
Satisfaction
Comment:
Taking 400 mg to begin treatment for A-fib. After about 3 weeks, I have experienced new problems. Bruise very easily, strong blood in urine, baloated stomach, possible swelling of kidney, Thyroid factor of 1.1 (bottom normal is 4.5), trouble with balance when walking, poor sleep, lots of yawning, swelling of feet and shins. I had seemed to be doing good and all of a sudden all hell broke loose.
...
Show Full Comment
9
people
found this review helpful.
Was this review helpful? Yes | No
Reviewer: Oliver, 55-64 Male on Treatment for 2 to less than 5 years
Effectiveness
Ease of Use
Satisfaction
Comment:
I was having a procedure called Atrial Ablation, when the doctor nickef my heart, had to be rushed to the OR for Surgery. In hospital for 5 days heart did not go back into normal sinus rythum, put me on this drug. 4 Years later still on drug, having problems with shortness of breath, coughing, wheezing, weight gain, stomack protrusion. Have had 4 Cat Scans in 4 years having another today to che
...
Show Full Comment
10
people
found this review helpful.
Was this review helpful? Yes | No
Reviewer: ASD Repair User, 55-64 Female on Treatment for 1 to 6 months (Patient)
Effectiveness
Ease of Use
Satisfaction
Comment:
I am taking 1-200 mg. Amio tablet a day as a post-open heart surgery for ASD (hole in heart) repair. I have noticed that I have more acid indigestion. From this site, I realize that part of the formula for Amio is HCL - basically, stomach acid. I have had problems with HCL before. Now I know why Amio is bothering me. Pepto Bismal tabliets help, but I might take something stronger.
7
people
found this review helpful.
Was this review helpful? Yes | No
Reviewer: maggi, 55-64 Female on Treatment for 10 years or more (Patient)
Effectiveness
Ease of Use
Satisfaction
Comment:
I have sun sensitivity, 46% reduced lung function, hypothyroidism, thinning hair,blurred vision and still get some fibrillation. I am very unhappy with the terrible side effects. My health is much worse using it.
16
people
found this review helpful.
Was this review helpful? Yes | No
Ask the pharmacist
Questions about medications? Get expert answers by video or live chat about allergies, pregnancy, sleep, and more.
See the Ask the Pharmacist event schedule.
WebMD the app
Get trusted health information. Whenever. Wherever... with your iPhone, iPad or Android.
Find Out MoreIMPORTANT: About This Section and Other User-Generated Content on WebMD
The opinions expressed in WebMD User-generated content areas like communities, reviews, ratings, or blogs are solely those of the User, who may or may not have medical or scientific training. These opinions do not represent the opinions of WebMD. User-generated content areas are not reviewed by a WebMD physician or any member of the WebMD editorial staff for accuracy, balance, objectivity, or any other reason except for compliance with our Terms and Conditions. Some of these opinions may contain information about treatment or uses of drug products that have not been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. WebMD does not endorse any specific product, service, or treatment.
Do not consider WebMD User-generated content as medical advice. Never delay or disregard seeking professional medical advice from your doctor or other qualified healthcare provider because of something you have read on WebMD. You should always speak with your doctor before you start, stop, or change any prescribed part of your care plan or treatment. WebMD understands that reading individual, real-life experiences can be a helpful resource but it is never a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment from a qualified health care provider. If you think you may have a medical emergency, call your doctor or dial 911 immediately.