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Timing of Flecainide Doses

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Its usually prescribed as 2 times daily - what times of day do you take it - my episodes if they do arise are almost always at 3am - i find best taking mine at 6pm and 10 - would be interested to know other people's timings for Flec

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wilsond

I take mine at 9 am and 9 pm along with my Apixaban,so that there is 12 hours gap. Take on an empty stomach for most effectiveness.x

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jeanjeannie50

I take mine between 8-8.30 morning and evening

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secondtry

4pm & 6am. Always 3 hrs after a meal and wait one hour before eating. Done this for 8 yrs (200mgs) no probs.

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ramblerbaz3

Exactly the same as wilsond 9am & 9pm

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Hylda2

Me too.

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