Sotalol oral solution
Sotalol oral solution
What is this medicine?
SOTALOL (SOE ta lole) is a beta-blocker. Beta-blockers reduce the workload on the heart and help it to beat more regularly. This medicine is used to treat heart rhythm problems and to slow rapid heartbeats. This medicine can help your heart to return to and maintain a normal rhythm.
How should I use this medicine?
Take this medicine by mouth. Follow the directions on the prescription label. Use a specially marked spoon or container to measure each dose. Ask your pharmacist if you do not have one. Household spoons are not accurate. Take your doses at regular intervals. Do not take your medicine more often than directed. Do not stop taking this medicine suddenly. This could lead to serious heart-related effects.
Talk to your pediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in children. Special care may be needed. While this medicine may be used in children for selected conditions precautions do apply.
What side effects may I notice from receiving this medicine?
Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible:
allergic reactions like skin rash, itching or hives, swelling of the face, lips, or tongue
chest pain
cold, tingling, or numb hands or feet
confusion
diarrhea
difficulty breathing, wheezing
irregular heartbeat
muscle aches and pains
slow heart rate
sweating
swollen legs or ankles
tremor, shakes
vomiting
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your doctor or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):
change in sex drive or performance
mental depression
nausea
weakness or tiredness
What may interact with this medicine?
Do not take this medicine with any of the following medications:
amoxapine
arsenic trioxide
certain antibiotics like gatifloxacin, grepafloxacin, levofloxacin, moxifloxacin, sparfloxacin, telithromycin
cisapride
droperidol
haloperidol
hawthorn
maprotiline
medicines for malaria like chloroquine and halofantrine
medicines to control heart rhythm
methadone
pentamidine
phenothiazines like prochlorperazine, perphenazine, thioridazine, and others
pimozide
ranolazine
tricyclic antidepressants like amitriptyline, imipramine, nortriptyline, and others
vardenafil
ziprasidone
This medicine may also interact with the following medications:
antacids
certain antibiotics such as clarithromycin and erythromycin
clonidine
digoxin
medicines for angina or high blood pressure
medicines for colds and breathing difficulties
medicines for diabetes
other beta-blockers like atenolol, metoprolol, propranolol and others
What if I miss a dose?
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, take only that dose. Do not take double or extra doses.
Where should I keep my medicine?
Keep out of the reach of children.
Store at room temperature between 15 and 30 degrees C (59 and 86 degrees F). Throw away any unused medicine after the expiration date.
What should I tell my health care provider before I take this medicine?
They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
diabetes
heart or vessel disease like slow heart rate, worsening heart failure, heart block, sick sinus syndrome or Raynaud's disease
history of low levels of potassium or magnesium
kidney disease
liver disease
lung or breathing disease, like asthma or emphysema
pheochromocytoma
recent heart attack
thyroid disease
an unusual or allergic reaction to sotalol, other beta-blockers, medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
pregnant or trying to get pregnant
breast-feeding
What should I watch for while using this medicine?
Visit your doctor or health care professional for regular checks on your progress. Check your heart rate and blood pressure regularly while you are taking this medicine. Ask your doctor or health care professional what your heart rate and blood pressure should be, and when you should contact him or her. Your doctor or health care professional also may schedule regular blood tests and electrocardiograms to check your progress.
Because your condition and the use of this medicine carry some risk, it is a good idea to carry an identification card, necklace or bracelet with details of your condition, medications, and doctor or health care professional.
You may get drowsy or dizzy. Do not drive, use machinery, or do anything that needs mental alertness until you know how this drug affects you. Do not stand or sit up quickly, especially if you are an older patient. This reduces the risk of dizzy or fainting spells. Alcohol can make you more drowsy and dizzy. Avoid alcoholic drinks.
Do not treat yourself for coughs, colds, or pain while you are taking this medicine without asking your doctor or health care professional for advice. Some ingredients may increase your blood pressure.
If you are going to have surgery, tell your doctor or health care professional that you are taking this medicine.
Updated:  
July 17, 2018