Description and Brand Names
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US Brand Name
- Pronestyl
Descriptions
Procainamide injection is used to treat irregular heartbeats and to slow an overactive heart. When the heart has a normal heartbeat (rhythm), it will work more efficiently. Procainamide works by slowing the nerve impulses in the heart and reducing the sensitivity of heart tissues.
This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.
The oral dosage forms of this medicine are no longer available in the United States.
This product is available in the following dosage forms:
Portions of this document last updated: April 01, 2019
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