What is Corvert? Uses, warnings & side effects

Updated May 14, 2025  •  Published Feb 15, 2024

Ibutilide Fumarate is a generic prescription medication used to treat Atrial Fibrillation. The average price of Ibutilide Fumarate is around $270 for a supply of 10 ml, 0.1 mg/mL intravenous solution. Use our SingleCare savings offer to get great discounts on Ibutilide Fumarate at participating pharmacies near you.

Corvert overview

BRAND NAMES:

  • Corvert, Corvert Novaplus

Generic Names:

  • Corvert

Uses:

  • Treats atrial arrhythmia (heart rhythm problems).

Therapeutic Classes:

  • Antiarrhythmic, Group III

Forms:

  • Injectable

How it’s taken:

  • By injection

What is Corvert used for?

Ibutilide Fumarate is an anti-arrhythmic heart medication that comes in the form of an intravenous solution. It is used to treat atrial fibrillation or atrial flutter. Ibutilide Fumarate helps to keep the heart beating normally in people with rhythm disorders of the atrium. Common side effects may include mild headaches or nausea. Seek emergency medical attention if you experience signs of an allergic reactions after using Ibutilide Fumarate.

What form(s) does Corvert come in?

  • Injectable

What are common Corvert dosages?

  • Vial 10ml of 1mg/10ml

How to take Corvert

  • Injection routeYour doctor will prescribe your dose and schedule. This medicine is given through a needle placed in a vein.

  • Injection routeA nurse or other health provider will give you this medicine.

What to do if you miss a dose of Corvert

Corvert contraindications - Who shouldn't take Corvert?

  • This medicine is not right for everyone. You should not receive it if you had an allergic reaction to ibutilide.

Corvert warnings

  • Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have liver disease.

  • This medicine may cause or worsen hearth rhythm problems. Tell your doctor if you have ever had heart or heart rhythm problems in the past.

  • Lightheadedness, dizziness, or fainting

Corvert interactions & what to avoid when taking Corvert

  • Some medicines and foods can affect how ibutilide works. Tell your doctor if you are also using any of the following:Amiodarone, digoxin, disopyramide, quinidine, sotalol, procainamideAntihistamine Phenothiazine medicine, including chlorpromazine, perphenazine, promethazine, prochlorperazine, thioridazine Antidepressant

  • This medicine may cause or worsen hearth rhythm problems. Tell your doctor if you have ever had heart or heart rhythm problems in the past.

Corvert side effects - How does Corvert make you feel?

Serious Side Effects

  • Lightheadedness, dizziness, or fainting

  • Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing

  • Fast, pounding, or uneven heartbeat

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