Anti-Arrhythmic Drugs are medicines that correct irregular heartbeats and
slow down hearts that beat too fast.
Purpose
Normally, the heart beats at a steady, even pace. The pace is controlled by
electrical signals that begin in one part of the heart and quickly spread
through the whole heart. If something goes wrong with this control system,
the result may be an irregular heartbeat, or an Arrhythmia. Anti-arrhythmic
drugs correct irregular heartbeats, restoring the normal rhythm. If the
heart is beating too fast, these drugs will slow it down. By correcting
these problems, Anti-arrhythmic Drugs help the heart work more efficiently.
Description
Anti-arrhythmic Drugs are available only with a physician's prescription
and are sold in capsule (regular and extended release), tablet (regular and
extended-release), and injectable forms. Commonly used anti-arrhythmic drugs
are Disopyramide, Procainamide and Quinidine.