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Can amiodarone cause blindness? ive had a bout of afib for 5 days and my doctor wanted to use this. i declined so now am trying flecainide.

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Dr. Stuart Hickerson answered

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Atrial fibrillation: Amiodarone has various side-effects. Visual disturbances noted, but I am not aware of any documented cases of blindness with the medication. Flacainide is an alternative. Other medications to consider for atrial fibrillation include: calcium channel blockers, Beta blockers, Ibutilide, Propfenone, Procainamide and digoxin. I would also recommend taking some mag glycinate along with your medication

Answered 5/31/2019

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A member asked:

Can amiodarone cause blindness? ive had a bout of afib for 5 days and my doctor wanted to use this. i declined so now am trying flecainide.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Stuart Hickerson answered

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