Ingredient

Mexiletine Hydrochloride

Mexiletine hydrochloride is a medication used to treat cardiac arrhythmias.

All medicines
1
Single ingredient
1
Prescription medication
1

MFDS ingredient code M223032

What does it do?

Mexiletine hydrochloride belongs to the class of antiarrhythmics that regulate abnormal electrical signals in the heart. This ingredient is used in medications to correct irregular heartbeats.

Mexiletine hydrochloride blocks sodium channels in heart cells, inhibiting the transmission of abnormal electrical signals. This stabilizes the heartbeat and alleviates arrhythmic symptoms.

Commonly used for

Approved uses differ by product. Check each product's information for its actual use.

Good to know

Unlike other antiarrhythmics, mexiletine hydrochloride can be administered orally and is primarily suitable for the management of sustained arrhythmias. It also has relatively fewer central nervous system side effects.

Medicines containing this ingredient

Even with the same ingredient, strength, dosage form and how it is taken can differ.

Category
Dosage form
Strength
Category

1 total

Even with the same ingredient, dosage and approved uses can differ by strength, dosage form and combined ingredients. Check each product's information before taking it.

Questions about this ingredient

No questions yet.

For anything that needs medical judgment, consult a doctor or pharmacist.

Product approval information is based on drug information provided by the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
Ingredient and class descriptions are not part of MFDS data and were written separately by Cashdoc.
Consult a doctor or pharmacist for accurate dosage, administration, and usage instructions.