Betapace AF and Drisdol

• Generic Name: sotalol
• Dosage Forms: tablet
• Other Brand Names: Betapace, Sorine, Betapace AF, Sotalol Hydrochloride AF, Sotylize

Sotalol is used to a treat life-threatening heart rhythm problem called ventricular arrhythmia. It is also used to treat heart rhythm problems called atrial fibrillation or atrial flutter.

Sotalol is a beta-blocker. It works by affecting the response to nerve impulses in certain parts of the body, like the heart. As a result, the heart beats slower and at a regular rhythm.

This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.

• Generic Name: ergocalciferol
• Dosage Forms: capsule, liquid filled
• Other Brand Names: Calcidol, Calciferol, Drisdol, Vitamin D2

Drisdol is vitamin D2. Vitamin D helps your body absorb calcium.

Drisdol is used to treat hypoparathyroidism (decreased functioning of the parathyroid glands).

Drisdol is also used to treat rickets (softening of the bones caused by vitamin D deficiency) or low levels of phosphate in the blood (hypophosphatemia).

Drisdol may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.