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Ephedrine injection is a central nervous system stimulant used to treat low blood pressure (hypotension) during certain surgical procedures, severe allergic-type reactions (e.g., bronchospasm or bronchial asthma), certain heart rhythm problems (e.g., Stokes-Adams syndrome), narcolepsy, and myasthenia gravis.
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ephedrine Sulfate
Uses
Ephedrine injection is a central nervous system stimulant used to treat low blood pressure (hypotension) during certain surgical procedures, severe allergic-type reactions (e.g., bronchospasm or bronchial asthma), certain heart rhythm problems (e.g., Stokes-Adams syndrome), narcolepsy, and myasthenia gravis.
Storage
- Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees C) away from light.
Overdose
- If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
- Symptoms of overdose may include: seizures, cold sweats, vision problems (dilated pupils).
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Ephedrine Sulphate 1932 |
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Ephedrine Sulphate (1932) Ephedrine |
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How To Use
- Inject Ephedrine Sulfate into a vein (IV), into a muscle (IM), or under the skin (SC-subcutaneously) as directed by the doctor.
- When given IV, the dose is injected slowly and may be repeated in 5 to 10 minutes, if necessary.
- The dosage is based on your medical condition and response to therapy.
- Do not exceed 150 mg (adults) or 3 mg per kg (children) in 24 hours.
- When used for an extended period, Ephedrine Sulfate may not work as well and may require different dosing.
- Talk with your doctor if Ephedrine Sulfate stops working well.
- Before using, check this product visually for particles or discoloration.
- If either is present, do not use the liquid.
- Learn how to store and discard needles and medical supplies safely.
- Consult your pharmacist.
Side Effects
- Nervousness, dizziness, headache, nausea, loss of appetite, or trouble sleeping may occur.
- If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor promptly.
- Tell your doctor immediately if any of these serious side effects occur: chest pain, unusually fast or irregular heartbeat, vomiting, tremor/shakiness, sweating, severe weight loss, difficult or painful urination, stomach pain.
- Tell your doctor immediately if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur: severe mental/mood changes, fever, trouble breathing, one-sided weakness, confusion, vision problems, slurred speech.
- If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
Precautions
- Ephedrine Sulfate is not recommended for use if you have the following medical conditions: glaucoma (closed-angle type), certain psychiatric conditions (e.g., psychoneurosis).
- Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of: heart problems (e.g., arrhythmias, chest pain), blood vessel problems (e.g., stroke or TIA), diabetes, over-active thyroid (hyperthyroidism), prostate problems, high blood pressure (hypertension), kidney problems, dehydration, any allergies.
- Ephedrine Sulfate should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy.
- Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
- It is not known whether Ephedrine Sulfate passes into breast milk.
- Due to the potential risk to the infant, breast-feeding while using Ephedrine Sulfate is not recommended.
Missed Dose
Drug Interactions
- Ephedrine Sulfate is not recommended for use with other adrenalin-like drugs (e.g., caffeine, epinephrine, methylphenidate, pseudoephedrine).
- Also, avoid taking any MAO inhibitors (e.g., furazolidone, isocarboxazid, linezolid, moclobemide, phenelzine, procarbazine, selegiline, tranylcypromine) for at least 2 weeks before or after using Ephedrine Sulfate.
- Ask your doctor or pharmacist for more details.
- Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription medication you may use, especially: beta-blockers (e.g., metoprolol, propranolol), other blood pressure medicine (e.g., guanethidine, methyldopa, reserpine, or alpha-blockers such as prazosin and terazosin), tricyclic antidepressants (e.g., amitriptyline, desipramine), water pills (e.g., furosemide, hydrochlorothiazide), digoxin, atropine, theophylline, oxytocin, certain anesthetics used in surgery (e.g., cyclopropane, halothane), certain herbal/natural medications (e.g., ma huang, St John s wort).
- Check the labels on all your medicines (e.g., cough-and-cold products, diet aids, natural products) because they may contain ingredients that could increase your heart rate or blood pressure.
- The use of ephedrine with these products is not recommended.
- Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
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CONDITIONS OF USE: The information in this database is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgement of healthcare professionals. The information is not intended to cover all possible uses, directions, precautions, drug interactions or adverse effects, nor should it be construed to indicate that use of a particular drug is safe, appropriate or effective for you or anyone else. A healthcare professional should be consulted before taking any drug, changing any diet or commencing or discontinuing any course of treatment.
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