Question to GP Maarten: I'm almost out of Sotalol 40 mg
Maarten Vasbinder lives in Isaan. His profession is general practitioner, a profession that he mainly practiced in Spain. On Thailandblog he answers questions from readers who live in Thailand.
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Dear Martin,
I am 66 years old, lead a healthy and sporty life, walk about three hours a day and go to the gym every day. I have been living in Jomtien for a little over a year now.
In October 2020 I underwent an ablation at the AZG in Groningen due to cardiac arrhythmias, also known as pulmonary vein isolation in medical jargon. Since then I haven't had any problems. However, many drugs were prescribed:
- 2x daily Sotalol 40 mg
- 1x Spironolactone 12,5
- 1x Furosemide 40mg
- 1x Perindopril 2mg
- 1x Xarelto 20mg
A few months ago I contacted a cardiologist from the Bangkok Pattaya hospital because I want to stop taking these medicines. I feel healthy. The cardiologist agreed. In the meantime I only take 1x Sotalol 40 mg and 1x a so-called baby aspirin.
Several heart films were made and blood tests were performed. Everything is fine. Now my question: I am running out of Sotalol 40mg. I have visited several pharmacies to order this, but without success. Is this drug available in Thailand at all? If so, where can I get it? If not, what is a good alternative?
Thank you for taking the time to read my entire story.
Regards,
H.
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Dear h,
According to my data, Sotalol is simply available in Thailand, but hey, you never know. Maybe they have it under the name Sotacor.
Replacements are Bisoprolol 1.25mg once a day starting with 1mg and possibly increasing to 1,25mg, depending on the pulse rate (5-60 at rest) and atenolol 70mg.
It is best to switch to another medication under the guidance of the doctor.
Sincerely,
Dr. Maarten
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