Flecainide
Trade name
Tambocor
Strength
10 mg/mL (volume: 15 mL)
IV administration
Give undiluted or dilute to a convenient volume and infuse over 30 minutes.
May be infused over 10 minutes in an emergency.
If necessary, may be followed by a continuous infusion until arrhythmia is controlled.
Other routes of administration
IM: Not recommended.
SC: Not recommended.
Compatible IV fluids
Glucose 5%
Additional information
For use use in emergency or intensive care settings with continuous cardiac monitoring.
Use only when facilities for cardiac monitoring and cardio-respiratory resuscitation exist.
Therapeutic Drug Monitoring may be required; refer to local guidelines.
Protect from light during storage.