What medications treat arrhythmias?

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What medications treat arrhythmias?

A variety of drugs are available to treat arrhythmias. Because everyone is different, it may take trials of several medications and doses to find the one that works best for you. Several types of drugs are used:

  • Anti-arrhythmic drugs are drugs used to convert the arrhythmia to sinus rhythm (normal rhythm) or to prevent an arrhythmia.
  • Heart-rate control drugs are drugs used to control the heart rate.
  • Anticoagulant or antiplatelet therapy are drugs, such as warfarin (a blood thinner) or aspirin, that reduce the risk of clots forming or having strokes.
  • Medications used to treat related conditions that may be causing an abnormal heart rhythm.

It’s important to know:

  • The names of your medications.
  • What they are for.
  • How often and at what times to take them.

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