24th April 2024

A 54-year-old patient with atrial fibrillation was commenced on amiodarone for rhythm control but, six months later, developed blurred vision, leading to discontinuation of the medication.

A 54-year-old patient with atrial fibrillation was commenced on amiodarone for rhythm control but, six months later, developed blurred vision, leading to discontinuation of the medication. You counsel them to continue to monitor for other adverse effects owing to the half-life of the medication. What is the half-life of amiodarone? 

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