NCIt definition : A sulfonamide class III antiarrhythmic agent and potassium channel blocker. Dofetilide
selectively blocks cardiac ion channels of the rapid component of the delayed rectifier
potassium current Ikr. This antiarrhythmic agent prolongs cardiac action potential
duration and effective refractory period due to delayed repolarization without affecting
conduction velocity. This results in a normal sinus rhythm. Dofetilide is used in
the treatment of atrial fibrillation and flutter.;