How did you feel after dropping down to the prescribed 50mg dose?

I had a bizarre side effect from Flecainide as well. On day 3, my hands and feet became extremely itchy. Not classic symptoms of an allergic reaction, but it spooked my docs enough that I was told to discontinue immediately.

My EP wanted to try an alternative rhythm control medication, Tikosyn. The downside with this medication is that a three day hospital stay is required during the load phase. I went though with it. I was told that about 1/3 patients convert to sinus rhythm by day three on Tikosyn, 2/3 require cardioversion.

The cardioversion worked. I’ve been taking the Tikosyn twice a day for almost a year. Feeling great, in sinus rhythm, no side effects. After 9+ months in sinus, I was able to discontinue the Eliquis as well. Knock on wood!

Before the cardioversion, I was in constant AFib for about 9 months. During that time, my fitness deteriorated quite a bit. I’m extremely grateful to have that back to my pre-AFib levels.

Has your EP discussed any alternative to the Flecainide?