Adrenaline 1mg/ml Injection 1.0 ml in 1 ampoule

All Details About Adrenaline 1mg/ml Injection

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Adrenaline 1mg/ml Injection

Description:

Adrenaline /ml Injection is used in the treatment of life-threatening emergencies like severe allergic reactions and cardiac arrest. It rapidly relieves breathlessness and wheezing by relaxing the airways. It also stimulates the heart and increases blood pressure.

Adrenaline /ml Injection also improves the swelling of face or tongue and hives seen in allergic reaction. It is given under the supervision of a doctor. Doctor may closely monitor your blood pressure, heart rate or ECG till you became stable. You should continue all your other medicines that are advised by the doctor for your long-term treatment even after this injection.

Ordinary side effects associated with this medicine includes headache, restlessness, tremor, and palpitations. This medicine is used with caution for some people. Thus, if possible inform the doctor if you are suffering from any liver or kidney disease. Also, let your doctor know if you are pregnant or breastfeeding and about all the other medications that you are taking regularly.

Uses:

Directions For Use:

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Compassionately do not self administer.

Side Effects:

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Ordinary side effects of Adrenaline

Headache
Palpitations
Tremors

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Adrenaline /ml Injection. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Adrenaline /ml Injection is not recommended during pregnancy as there is positive evidence of fetal risk based on animal studies. However, it may still be prescribed by a doctor in situations where the benefits outweigh the risks.

Breast feeding

UNSAFE

Adrenaline /ml Injection is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.

Driving

NOT RELEVANT

Not relevant, as Adrenaline /ml Injection is intended for use in hospitalized patients.

Kidney

CAUTION

Adrenaline /ml Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.

Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited data available on the use of Adrenaline /ml Injection in patients with liver disease.

FAQs:

Where is Adrenaline /ml Injection injected?

Adrenaline /ml Injection should be injected only in the middle of the outer side of the thigh, and can be injected through clothing if necessary in an emergency.

Which areas of the body Adrenaline /ml Injection should not be given?

It should not be injected into a vein or into the muscles of your buttocks, since it may not work. Accidentally injecting this medicine into your hands or feet may result in a loss of blood flow to those areas, and resulting in numbness.

When Adrenaline /ml Injection should not be given?

This medicine should be avoided if you are suffering from any infection, disease, or tumor of the brain, history of heart disease (especially increased heart rate), or in cases of atherosclerosis (narrowing of your blood vessels).

When should I call my doctor?

Call your doctor right away if you experience any sudden wheeziness, difficulty in breathing, swelling of the eyelids, face or lips, rash or itching (especially affecting your whole body), chest pain, shortness of breath, nausea, or an irregular heartbeat.

Written by:
Dr. Lokanish
M.B.B.S.

Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H

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