Tamsulosin

[Johndivney]

I was doing very well with Flecainide to control my ectopics. About three weeks ago they started to get worse, until now the Flecainide ( 100 mgs twice a day ) doesn’t seem to help at all. The only change to my normal regime that I can think of is that I’ve started taking Tamsulosin for a prostate problem. Does any one know if this drug is linked to arrhythmia?

[spike2512]

I also take Tamsolusin, the only issue is it can lower blood pressure. I'm not aware of any increase or decrease in my AFib nor any other rythym issues.

[Johndivney in reply to spike2512]

Thanks for the reply. I suspected my problem wasn't Tamsulosin related but thought it worth enquiring anyway.

[jameshobby]

Had exactly the same experience. Stop it for a bit and try again.

[Johndivney in reply to jameshobby]

Thanks. As you've had the same experience, I'll try that.

[jameshobby]

I take low dose verapamil which calms ectopics a bit and then Flecainide when things get bad. Have a bit of a break from it.

[Johndivney in reply to jameshobby]

Just to be sure, are you saying stop the Flecainide or Tamsulosin? I assume Flec.

[jameshobby]

Flecainide

[Johndivney in reply to jameshobby]

OK! Thanks.

[TracyAdmin Partner ArrhythmiaAlliance]

Please contact your pharmacist or GP to ensure the medications are compatible and to check if an alternative can be offered if they are causing side effects.

[Johndivney in reply to TracyAdmin]

Yes, I will see what they say. Thank you.

[Malayabalaya]

Hi John It may be worth discussing with your Cardiologist. I too have found Flecainide works well since I increased from 100mg to 200mg daily. The maximum dose is 300mg daily so it’s a possibility that an increased dose could solve your problem. Just a thought! Best wishes

[Johndivney in reply to Malayabalaya]

Thank you for the suggestion. I'll have a chat with the cardio.