Molecular Formula: C25H29I2NO3
Molecular weight: 645.3 g/mol
CAS No: 1951-25-3
ATC Code: C01BD01
Drug Class: Anti-Arrhythmic
General Properties:
Amiodarone is a member of the class of 1-benzofurans that is 1-benzofuran substituted by a butyl group at position 2 and a 4-[2-(diethylamino)ethoxy]-3,5-diiodobenzoyl group at position 3. It is a cardiovascular drug used for the treatment of cardiac dysrhythmias. It has a role as a cardiovascular drug. It is a member of 1-benzofurans, an organoiodine compound, an aromatic ketone and a tertiary amino compound.
Amiodarone is a benzofuran derivative, anti-arrhythmic drug used commonly in a variety of settings. Most known for its approved indication in life-threatening ventricular arrhythmias, it is also used off-label in the outpatient and inpatient setting for atrial fibrillation. Because of its ability to cause serious toxicity and possibly death, amiodarone use should be reserved for its approved indications, according to prescribing information.
Amiodarone is an Antiarrhythmic. The mechanism of action of amiodarone is as a Cytochrome P450 3A Inhibitor, and P-Glycoprotein Inhibitor, and Cytochrome P450 1A2 Inhibitor, and Cytochrome P450 2C9 Inhibitor, and Cytochrome P450 2D6 Inhibitor
Indication:
AMIODARONE prevents and treats a fast or irregular heartbeat (arrhythmia). It works by slowing down overactive electric signals in the heart, which stabilizes your heart rhythm.
