Drug comparisons
Encainide vs Mexiletine
Compare Encainide vs Mexiletine for arrhythmias. Encainide discontinued after safety trial; Mexiletine treats ventricular tachycardia and myotonic dystrophy.
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Clinical context
Comparison typically occurs in discussions of class I antiarrhythmics for refractory ventricular tachycardia.
Bottom line
Mexiletine is currently used while Encainide is not available due to safety issues.
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