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The side effects associated with taking sotalol are typically mild, but can be severe if not monitored properly. Any medication may cause side effects, and Betapace is no exception. Common mild possible side effects of sotalol treatment include:

• Dizziness

• Fatigue

• Headache

• Shortness of breath

• Abdominal pain

• Diarrhea

• Nausea

• Vomiting

Serious side effects, which are less common, could include:

• Slower heartbeat

• Chest pain

• Trouble breathing

• Prolonged QT interval on a ECG

• Pain in your legs or arms

• Low blood pressure

• Skin sensitivities

• Pulmonary edema

You should call your doctor for medical advice if you notice any of these side effects, or if you develop any other new or concerning symptoms. Get medical help if any of these side effects do not go away.

Betapace has 159 drug interactions. Don’t change what you are taking without checking with your doctor or pharmacist. That includes other medications or supplements, as well as over-the-counter drugs. 

Betapace can cause serious interactions with other medications. Tell your doctor and pharmacist about all of your medications (prescription, over-the-counter, natural products, and vitamins) to make sure it is safe to take. Especially be sure to mention if you take any of the following:

• Other beta-blockers like propranolol (Inderal), atenolol (Tenormin), or metoprolol (Lopressor)

• Antacids containing magnesium hydroxide and aluminum oxide

• Calcium channel blockers like diltiazem (Dilacor, Cardizem, Tiazac) or verapamil (Isoptin, Verelan, Calan, Covera-HS)

• Digoxin

• Insulin

Do not start, stop, or change the dose of Betapace without checking with your doctor. It is important to check your blood pressure and heart rate when taking Betapace.

Ask your doctor if it is acceptable to drink alcohol while taking Betapace.

While Betapace is generally considered safe, it is not appropriate for everybody. Always tell your doctor about your current prescriptions, allergies, and past and current medical history before taking any medication, including Betapace.

Betapace should not be taken if you have certain medical conditions. Always disclose your full medical history with your doctor. With Betapace, be especially sure to mention any of the following:

• Heart problems like coronary artery disease, recent heart attack, heart failure, or family or personal history of long QT Syndrome

• Severe kidney problems

• Thyroid problems

• Slow heartbeats that have made you faint

• Diabetes

• Asthma or other breathing disorders

• Electrolyte imbalances like low potassium or magnesium levels