? re: Amiodorone

[Leslie]

Doctor,
  I have recently began taking Amiodoone(2wks). Recently, I feel as though my feet are freezing, they hurt constantly-but are not as cold to the touch as I would expect. Is this a circulatory side effect? I would appreciate any info.
                         Thank you!

[CCF CARDIO MD - DLB]

This is not a side effect I would expect of amiodarone. However, if these symptoms started right after you began the medicine, I suppose it is possible there is a relation. The symptoms could be due to your underlying heart condition though - you should mention them to your doctor.

[Leslie]

Doctor,
  Thank you for responding so promptly! The aforementioned symptoms began one week after initiation of Amiodorone. Could a decreased HR or BP cause this? Thanks again for your time as I'm sure this gets VERY tedious reading these emails!

[CCF CARDIO MD - DLB]

Oral amiodarone can usually decrease the heart rate, but does not usually decrease the blood pressure.

[Sandy T.]

Dear Leslie,

I was on Amiodarone for about 3 months and had to go off because I was getting blurred vision and severe eye pain. I live in a very hot climate and I had alot of skin rashes. I too felt cold alot on my feet and hands. I was given a 4 page print out about the side effects from my cardiologist explaining them. it said about 2 percent of people on the med can experience cold and tremors. I wish you all the best. Your pharmicist should be able to provide you with a print out. You should know exactly what can go on with Amiodarone. Good Luck to you and Merry Christmas.

Sandy T.