Both Cordarone and Rytmonorm are used to treat heart rhythm disturbances (arrhythmias), but they belong to two different classes of antiarrhythmic drugs and differ in their mechanism of action, spectrum of use, and side effect profile.
Cordarone Tablets Ingredients
Cordarone Tablets contain the active ingredient amiodarone. Amiodarone is a Class III antiarrhythmic drug, but also has Class I, II, and IV properties. It works by prolonging the repolarization period in heart cells, slowing the heart rate and stabilizing the heart rhythm. Amiodarone has broad efficacy but is also associated with several potential side effects due to its accumulation in tissues.
Rytmonorm Tablets Ingredients
Rytmonorm Tablets contain the active ingredient propafenone. Propafenone is a Class IC antiarrhythmic drug. It works by slowing the conduction of electrical impulses in the heart, helping to restore normal heart rhythm. It has a marked effect on sodium channels in cardiac cells and also exhibits some activity as a beta-adrenergic receptor blocker.
About Cordarone Tablets
Drug Class: Antiarrhythmics (Class III with other effects)
Drug Classification: Benzofuran Derivatives
Pharmaceutical Form: Tablets
Pharmacological Family: Cardiovascular Drugs, Antiarrhythmics
Active Ingredient: Amiodarone
About Rytmonorm Tablets
Drug Class: Antiarrhythmics (Class IC)
Drug Classification: Phenylalkanolamine
Pharmaceutical Form: Coated Tablets
Pharmacological Family: Cardiovascular Drugs, Antiarrhythmics
Active Ingredient: Propafenone