Adenosine 3 Mg Injection 2 Ml

• Adenosine 3 mg injection is used for :
• Normalising irregular beating of the heart (supra ventricular tachycardia).
• Evaluate the severity of coronary artery disease
• Stress test

• Adenosine 3 mg injection is not administered in :
• Known allergy to Adenosine (rare)
• Severe AV block disease (2nd/ 3rd degree) - electrical signals controlling your heart are partially or completely blocked
• Sinus node disease (sinus node of the heart does not function properly to transmit electrical impulses needed to keep your heart beating)
• In asthmatic patients, as it may cause further respiratory depression (irregular breathing, difficulty breathing)

• Adenosine 3 mg injection can cause side effects like:
• Dizziness
• Nausea
• Lightheadedness
• Headaches
• Chest pain
• Sweating
• Low blood pressure

Other General Warnings

• If you develop an allergy or discomfort after taking Adenosine 3 mg inj
• If you feel the side effects are severe and do not go away after sometime
• If you develop any other medical issues after taking Adenosine 3 mg inj

• Adenosine 3 mg inj is given intravenously by a doctor or a medical professional in a clinic/hospital setting under sterile conditions
• It is a clear, transparent liquid contained in glass vials
• It is given rapidly (within 2-5 seconds) in the most peripheral vein in a continuous flow (use of cannula) or when given in an IV line it should be followed by a rapid saline flush to reach the blood immediately
• The patient is monitored for any severe after effects
• Repeat administration may be advised by the doctor if the desired level of regular heartbeat is not reached
• Proper inspection of the vial is a must before administering. It should be inspected for particulate matter, or any discoloration
• Unused liquid in the vial should be immediately disposed of in medical waste
• Any needles or syringes should be medically disposed of /broken immediately
• The date of expiry should be checked on the label before administering the injection

Overdose

Missed a Dose

How Does It Work?

Interactions with other medicines

• As adenosine is a naturally occurring substance in the body, medication interactions and adverse effects are few.
• Dipyridamole (blood thinner) along with Adenosine 3 mg - reduces efficacy
• Benzodiazepines like carbamazepine (antidepressants) increase risk of heart block

Interactions with food items

• It is advised not to consume anything containing caffeine like tea, coffee or too much chocolate at least 12 hours prior to the administration of the injection as it decreases its efficacy.