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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
Last Updated Oct 26, 2024 | 7:07 PM IST
Solet Tablet is used to treat arrhythmia (irregular heartbeat) or any other heart condition associated with an irregular heartbeat, such as fibrillation (irregular heartbeat) and tachycardia (too fast heartbeat). It contains Sotalol, which helps control the heart's uneven beating and normal beat in various heart conditions. It may cause side effects such as fatigue, slow heart rate, dizziness, weakness, and breathlessness.
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Composition

SOTALOL-40MG

Manufacturer/Marketer

Samarth Life Sciences Pvt Ltd

Consume Type

ORAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Jan-27

for this medicine

About Solet Tablet

Solet Tablet is used to treat arrhythmia (irregular heartbeat) or any other heart condition associated with an irregular heartbeat, such as fibrillation (irregular heartbeat)and tachycardia (too fast heartbeat). Arrhythmia is a problem associated with the rate of rhythm at which the heart beats.

Solet Tablet contains Sotalol, a beta-blocker primarily used to treat an irregular heartbeat. It works by blocking abnormal electrical signals in the heart, which helps control the heart's uneven beating and normal beat in conditions such as atrial or ventricular fibrillation (a rapid contraction of heart muscle), atrial flutter (pounding or racing heartbeat), tachycardia (heavy heartbeat more than 100 beats/min). So, it effectively helps to treat problems associated with an irregular heartbeat by 

Solet Tablet should be taken as prescribed by your doctor. It can be taken with or without food. You are advised to take Solet Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending upon your medical condition. In some cases, this medicine may cause side effects such as fatigue, slow heart rate, dizziness, weakness, and breathlessness. Most of these side effects of Solet Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

Solet Tablet should be avoided if allergic to it or other components of the formulation. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or are planning to get pregnant, are breastfeeding, have liver disease, kidney disease, thyroid problem, heart failure, a heart valve problem, or have a history of a heart attack. Regular monitoring of blood pressure and heart rate is needed while taking Solet Tablet . Certain medicines like depression and mental illness medicines should be avoided while taking Solet Tablet .Do not abruptly stop taking Solet Tablet as it may lead to withdrawal symptoms like an irregular heartbeat, which can be really fatal.

Uses of Solet Tablet

Treatment of Arrhythmia (irregular heartbeat)

Medicinal Benefits

Solet Tablet belongs to a group of medications known as 'anti-arrhythmia' drugs, containing Sotalol, primarily used to treat arrhythmia (irregular heartbeat) or any other heart condition associated with an irregular heartbeat, such as fibrillation and tachycardia. It works by blocking abnormal electrical signals in the heart, which helps control the heart's uneven beating and helps it beat normally. So. it effectively helps to treat problems associated with an irregular heartbeat.

Directions for Use

Tablet: Take Solet Tablet with or without food or as directed by your physician. Swallow the whole tablet with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew, or break it.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Solet Tablet

  • Fatigue
  • Slow heart rate
  • Dizziness
  • Weakness
  • Breathlessness

Drug Warnings

  • Inform your doctor if you have had an allergic reaction to Solet Tablet , are pregnant or are planning to get pregnant, are breastfeeding, have liver disease, kidney disease, untreated phaeochromocytoma (vascular tumor of adrenal medulla), thyroid problem, heart failure, a heart valve problem, or history of a heart attack.

  • Tell your doctor about all the prescription and over-the-counter medications you use, including vitamins, minerals, herbal products and drugs prescribed by other doctors.

  • You must closely monitor your blood pressure and heart rate while taking Solet Tablet .

  • Do not start using a new medication without telling your doctor.

  • Lifestyle changes are beneficial in achieving optimum outcomes with Solet Tablet and keeping blood pressure under check.

  • Do not abruptly stop taking Solet Tablet as it may lead to withdrawal symptoms like an irregular heartbeat which can be really fatal.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Disease Interaction: Solet Tablet is known to interact in patients with hypotension (low blood pressure), heart disease, kidney or liver disease, hyperthyroidism, Raynaud's disease (a blood circulation problem), asthma, severe diarrhoea.

Drug-Food Interaction: Alcohol should be avoided while taking Solet Tablet .

Drug-Drug Interaction: Solet Tablet is known to interact with drugs used for the treatment of high blood pressure (digoxin, amiodarone, verapamil, disopyramide, quinidine, procainamide), heart failure (verapamil, diltiazem), depression (lithium), epilepsy (phenytoin, phenobarbital), allergy (astemizole, terfenadine), antibiotics (erythromycin), malaria (halofantrine), microbial infections (pentamidine), diabetes (insulin), asthma (salbutamol), anxiety (methyldopa).

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • DIGOXIN
  • AMIDODARONE
  • VERAPAMIL
  • DISOPYRAMIDE
  • QUINIDINE
  • PROCAINAMIDE
  • DILTIAZEM
  • LITHIUM
  • PHENYTOIN
  • PHENOBARBITAL
  • ASTEMIZOLE
  • TERFENADINE
  • ERYTHROMYCIN
  • HALOFANTRINE
  • PENTAMIDINE
  • INSULIN
  • SALBUTAMOL
  • METHYLDOPA

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Keep your weight under control with BMI 19.5-24.9.

  • Opt for a diet rich in whole grains, fruits, veggies, and low-fat dairy products.

  • Limit intake of sodium chloride (table salt) in your daily diet to 2300 mg per day or less than 1500 mg is ideal for most adults.

  • If you are taking alcohol then only one serving for women and two servings for men is advisable.

  • Quitting smoking is the best strategy to lower the risk of heart disease.

  • Avoid chronic stress as it can raise your blood pressure. Try to enjoy and spent time with your loved ones to cope with stress and practice mindfulness techniques.

  • Monitor your blood pressure daily and if there is too much fluctuation then immediately contact your doctor.

  • Try to include heart-healthy omega 3 fatty acid containing food drinks in your daily diet. You can also use low-fat cooking oil like olive oil, soybean oil, canola oil, and coconut oil can help in lowering your elevated blood pressure.

Special Advise

  • You should get regular blood tests done to monitor your sodium and potassium level, blood sugar level, kidney function, and lung function.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Arrhythmia: Arrhythmia is a condition associated with the rate of rhythm at which the heart beats. Generally, in this condition, the heart beats either too fast, too slow, or irregularly, which can lead to severe heart damage. A cardiac arrhythmia occurs when there are abnormal electrical signals in the heart. When the heart beats too fast, it is known as tachycardia; if it is too slow, it is called bradycardia. Treatment of arrhythmia includes drugs, medical procedures, implantable devices and sometimes surgery.

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Alcohol

Caution

Alcohol intake can increase the blood pressure-lowering effect of Solet Tablet , making you feel dizzy or light-headed. Therefore avoid alcohol while on treatment with Solet Tablet .

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Pregnancy

Caution

Solet Tablet is a category C pregnancy medicines. It is not known whether it harms the baby or not. So, it should be taken only if a doctor prescribes you.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Solet Tablet is known to pass through the breast milk. So, breastfeeding women should not take Solet Tablet .

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Driving

Unsafe

Solet Tablet has no or negligible effect on driving and machine operation. However, it should be noted that occasionally dizziness or fatigue may occur.

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Liver

Caution

Let your doctor know if you have any history of liver diseases before using Solet Tablet . Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you.

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Kidney

Caution

Let your doctor know if you have any history of kidney diseases before using Solet Tablet . Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you.

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Children

Caution

Solet Tablet is not recommended for children below 12 years of age as the safety and efficacy of this medicine are not established.

Country of origin

INDIA

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Samarth House, 168, Bangur Nagar, Off Link Road, Near Ayappa Temple & Kallol Kali Temple, Goregaon (W), Mumbai - 400 090.
Other Info - SOL0015

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FAQs

Solet Tablet is used to treat arrhythmia (irregular heartbeat) or any other heart condition associated with an irregular heartbeat, such as fibrillation (irregular heartbeat)and tachycardia (too fast heartbeat). Arrhythmia is a problem related to the rate of rhythm at which the heart beats.
Solet Tablet contains Sotalol that works by blocking abnormal electrical signals in the heart, which helps control the uneven beating of the heart and helps to beat normally.
Taking Solet Tablet can lead to blurred vision or you may see a circle around dazzling light (halos). It may also make your eyes dry or sensitive to light. If these symptoms are left untreated, it may lead to permanent blindness. Therefore, consult your doctor in case you experience any such problems while taking Solet Tablet .
Do not abruptly stop taking Solet Tablet as it may lead to withdrawal symptoms like an irregular heartbeat, which can be really fatal. Consult your doctor, and if he thinks your condition is improving, the dose will be lowered accordingly.
Solet Tablet may lead to liver toxicity in some cases. The signs to toxicity include jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes), pale-colored stools, tiredness, nausea, vomiting, dark-colored urine, stomach pain. Immediately inform your doctor if you experience these symptoms.
Solet Tablet is known to cause fluctuations in sugar level. So, if a patient has diabetes, Solet Tablet should be taken with caution and regular monitoring of blood sugar level is required.
Solet Tablet may cause side effects such as dizziness, weakness, fatigue (overtiredness), slow heart rate and breathlessness. If these side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
Solet Tablet should be taken exactly as advised by your doctor. Generally, it is taken once or twice a day with or without food. It is to be swallowed as whole with water and not to be cut, chewed or crushed.
If you forget to take a dose of Solet Tablet , take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next scheduled dose in the prescribed time. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the risk of side effects.
Solet Tablet is generally safe if used in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. It may cause some side effects that are temporary and typically resolve on their own. Your doctor will advise you on how to deal with them.
Yes. Solet Tablet can cause dizziness as a side effect. If this happens to you, you should sit or lie down until the symptoms go away. However, this is temporary and usually disappears as the treatment continues. Also, you should avoid alcohol while taking Solet Tablet , as it may worsen the dizziness.

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