What is MULTAQ used for?
MULTAQ is an antiarrhythmic drug indicated to reduce the risk of cardiovascular hospitalization in patients with paroxysmal or persistent atrial fibrillation.
What is the recommended dosage for MULTAQ in adults?
The only recommended dosage of MULTAQ is 400 mg twice daily in adults, to be taken with meals.
Can MULTAQ be taken with other medications or foods?
One should always ask their doctor or pharmacist whether MULTAQ interacts with any other food or medication before using it.
How long is Multaq effective?
The main measure of effectiveness was how long the treatment prevented an attack of atrial fibrillation or the change in the patient’s heart rate after two weeks. Multaq prevented fibrillation for an average of 116 days compared to 53 days with a placebo.
How long does it take Multaq (dronedarone) to work?
Your body absorbs Multaq (dronedarone) within a few hours, but it takes 4 to 8 days of regular use for it to reach full levels (‘steady state’) in the body.
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