Amiodarone.
A potent antiarrhythmic medication used to treat and prevent various heart rhythm disorders, particularly atrial fibrillation and ventricular tachycardia. Effective but requires monitoring for potential side effects on the thyroid, lungs, and liver.
Definition
What is amiodarone?
A potent antiarrhythmic medication used to treat and prevent various heart rhythm disorders, particularly atrial fibrillation and ventricular tachycardia. Effective but requires monitoring for potential side effects on the thyroid, lungs, and liver.
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