Common Questions about Dofetilide (Tikosyn)

Is dofetilide a high-risk medication?

Dofetilide carries a risk of serious ventricular arrhythmias and can therefore be considered a high-risk medication. Your doctor will have you stay in the hospital for at least 3 days when first starting treatment with this medicine to see how you respond to it and decide on the appropriate dofetilide (Tikosyn) dose. Take dofetilide exactly as prescribed to lower the risk of serious side effects.

How successful is dofetilide in maintaining normal rhythm?

Studies show that dofetilide successfully converts 30% of patients to normal sinus rhythm within 72 hours of starting treatment and maintains normal sinus rhythm in 60% of patients after one year.

Can I stop dofetilide if I feel well?

Do not stop taking dofetilide even if you feel well. This medication is a class III antiarrhythmic and can help in maintaining sinus rhythm but it does not cure the underlying condition. Stopping treatment could cause your irregular heart rhythm to come back.

Can you drink alcohol while on dofetilide?

It is best to avoid alcohol while on dofetilide. Drinking alcohol can make side effects like dizziness worse. Also, alcohol has been linked to an increased risk of atrial fibrillation.

Can you open dofetilide capsules?

No, do not open dofetilide capsules. Swallow the capsule whole. The medicine can cause irritation if it comes in contact with your skin or eyes.

What is the price of dofetilide without insurance? 

Without insurance, dofetilide can be as high as $584.49, but with a free BuzzRx prescription discount coupon, you could pay as low as $25.30 for the most common version of this medication. Use the BuzzRx drug price look-up tool to find the lowest discounted price, and be sure to enter the correct dosage, form, and quantity for the most accurate pricing. While generics tend to have the best savings, you can also use your BuzzRx card and coupons to purchase brand-name versions. It never hurts to ask your pharmacist to try BuzzRx when filling or refilling any of your prescription drugs—whether you have insurance or not.

What is the price of dofetilide with insurance? 

Ask your pharmacist or insurance provider for your copay price on dofetilide—Copay amounts vary depending on the type of insurance plan you have and if there is a deductible to reach before prescription drug coverage begins.

You could save up to 80% on your prescription medication with a free BuzzRx discount coupon for dofetilide. When using the BuzzRx lookup tool to find the price of your medicine, be sure to enter the correct dosage, form, and quantity to receive the most accurate discounted pricing. It never hurts to ask your pharmacist to try BuzzRx when filling or refilling any of your prescriptions—whether you have insurance or not.