This site has information intended for people who have been prescribed MULTAQ as well as for their caregivers.
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Man and woman with a horse in the background Maintaining a Dialogue With Your Doctor

Keep talking to your doctors and nurses

Your healthcare team is just that—a team. And they're there for you. How well you and your doctor talk to each other is an important part of getting the care you need. But it is especially true when you have other health conditions and treatments to discuss.

Make a list of your concerns, and put them in order of importance.

If you have more than a few items to discuss with your doctor, ask about the most important ones first.

For example, do you have a new symptom you want to ask the doctor about? Are you concerned about how a treatment is affecting your daily life? Use this tool to keep track of questions for your healthcare team.

Take important information with you.

It's a good idea to put all your prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, herbal remedies or supplements in a bag and bring them with you to your doctor's appointments. Or bring a list of everything you take.

Also, take your insurance cards, names and phone numbers of other doctors you see, and your medical records if the doctor doesn't have them. It's important your healthcare team knows every medication you are taking—both prescription and over-the-counter. Use this tool to keep track of medications.

Bring a family member or friend.

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It's usually helpful to bring a family member or friend with you when you see the doctor. Let them know in advance what you want from your visit. Your companion can remind you to bring up the topics you want to discuss as well as take notes. This will help you remember what the doctor said.

Important Safety Information

Do not take MULTAQ if you have severe heart failure or if you have been in the hospital recently for heart failure, even if you are better now. People with severe heart failure who take MULTAQ have an increased chance of dying.

Call your doctor immediately if you're taking MULTAQ and feel symptoms of worsening heart failure. These may include weight gain, leg swelling, and increasing shortness of breath while resting.

You should not take MULTAQ if you have severe liver problems.

You should not take MULTAQ if you are breastfeeding, pregnant, or plan to become pregnant as it is not known if it may pass to or harm your baby.

Your potassium levels should be within the normal range prior to and while taking MULTAQ. Tell your doctor about any diuretic medications you are taking as some can lower the level of potassium or magnesium in your blood.

Your doctor may perform certain tests, such as heart exams and blood tests, while you're taking MULTAQ.

MULTAQ can interact with certain medications and herbal supplements. Do not use the following medications with MULTAQ:
  • Nefazodone
  • Voriconazole
  • Ritonavir
  • Telithromycin
  • Ketoconazole
  • Clarithromycin
  • Itraconazole
  • Cyclosporine
The following medicines can lead to a dangerous abnormal heart rhythm if taken with MULTAQ:
  • Phenothiazines
  • Tricyclic antidepressants
  • Certain medicines used to treat abnormal heart rhythm or fast heartbeat
  • Certain antibiotics
Please read the accompanying Medication Guide and tell your doctor about all medications you take to help avoid serious drug interactions. Do not drink grapefruit juice while taking MULTAQ.

The most common side effects when taking MULTAQ are diarrhea, nausea, stomach pain, skin rash, and slowed heartbeat.

Full Prescribing Information Including Boxed Warning

MULTAQ Medication Guide (English)

Guía del Medicamento de MULTAQ (Español)

Click here for information on drug anti-counterfeiting

Remember, your doctor is the single best source of information regarding your health. Please consult your doctor if you have any questions about your health or your medicine.

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MULTAQ is a prescription medicine used to lower the chance you would need to go into the hospital for heart problems. It is meant for people who have had an abnormal heart rhythm called atrial fibrillation (AFib) or atrial flutter (AFlutter) in the last 6 months, but who may currently have a regular heart rhythm or will have medical treatment to return to a regular rhythm. MULTAQ may be safely used by people who have had AFib and AFlutter who also have other conditions such as high blood pressure, stroke, or diabetes.

Important Safety Information
Do not take MULTAQ if you have severe heart failure or if you have been in the hospital recently for heart failure, even if you are better now. People with severe heart failure who take MULTAQ have an increased chance of dying.
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