Tykosyn

[Cutlass]

I was put on tykosyn and am on xerelto. Still occasionally go into afib. Is this normal

[etheral]

I have been on Tlkosyn for one year and have had no relapses. Don't know if this is common, but do far I've been fortunate. I also take Eliquis, Entresto and carvedilol. I was in AFib with CHF due to large MI. Do they know the origin of your AFib and do you get symptomatic?

[Cutlass in reply to etheral]

I was diagnosed 9 years ago. Was put on tykosyn about a year ago after being on amoderone which caused problems with my thyroid. . When I go into afib which is for about a day each week the only way I can tell is when I take my blood pressure. I don’t feel anything and my monitor shows an elevated and erratic heart rthym.. Tykosyn has enabled me to go back into sinus rthym when I go into afib. Usually happens when I’m under stress. Just cut out caffeine. See if it makes a difference. Glad it’s working for you.

[BobD Volunteer]

That drug is not approved here in UK or Europe so we can't give any thoughts on it.

No drug is fooll proof against AF so in answer to your question ---yes.

[pip_pip]

No medication is 100% foolproof for AF. If it is for you, then you are very lucky. It's all hit and miss with each person.

Regretfully it can be a disappointing journey for some where meds are concerned.

Phil

[daved525]

I have taken Tikosyn off & on for a few years. It has generally been the most effective anti-arrhythmic I have taken. Not foolproof, but far fewer episodes, & they generally convert back to NSR without cardioversion. Without it I would always need a shock. No noticeable side effects either. So I’m a fan. Biggest drawback has been the need to be rigorous with the dosing schedule. Missed doses and overdoses are serious issues.