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Dextomid 100Mcg Injection

1ml Infusion in Ampoule
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Dosage

INFUSION

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Product Summary

Uses
Sedative
Therapy
General anaesthesia
Side effects
Atrial fibrillation (rapid and irregular heart rhythm), Dryness in the mouth, Headaches, Nausea, and vomiting, Reduced blood pressure, Slow breathing, Slow heart rate
Salt Content
Dexmedetomidine(100.0 Mcg)
3 Step Quality
Assurance
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NPPA
Regulated

Medical Description

Dextomid 100mcg Injection is a prescription medication used in intensive care units to promote sedation (a condition of calmness, sleepiness, or drowsiness) in adult individuals. It can also be utilised for sedation throughout surgical and diagnostic procedures. Dextomid 100mcg Injection is also a supplemental medication used to deliver analgesia and sedatives to paediatric patients receiving severe medical treatment. It can also help with post-anaesthesia and delirium shivering. Dextomid 100mcg Injection is administered as a drip (infusion) into the vein under the guidance of a healthcare practitioner. If you suffer from any medical problems, such as a slow pulse rate, neurological illness, low blood pressure, severe liver issues, or if you have experienced a severe fever following the consumption of certain medications, including anaesthesia, you should speak to your doctor.

Uses

  • Dextomid 100mcg Inj is used to,
  • Promote sedation

Contraindications

  • If you have a known allergy to Dextomid 100mcg Inj
  • If you have bradycardia (low heart rate)
  • If you have hypotension (low blood pressure)

Side effects

  • Atrial fibrillation (rapid and irregular heart rhythm)
  • Dryness in the mouth
  • Headaches
  • Nausea and vomiting
  • Reduced blood pressure
  • Slow breathing
  • Slow heart rate

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Pregnancy

Using Dextomid 100mcg Inj during pregnancy may be dangerous. Animal research has demonstrated negative effects on the growing foetus, despite the lack of human studies. It is critical to inform the doctor about your pregnancy at the time of consultation. Please seek medical advice.

Breast Feeding

Breast Feeding

Using Dextomid 100mcg Injection while nursing is probably safe. Based on limited human data, the medicine appears to pose no major harm to the foetus. However, do inform the doctor about your breastfeeding status at the time of consultation.

Driving

Driving

Dextomid 100mcg Injection is designated for usage in hospitalised patients, hence this is irrelevant.

Alcohol

Alcohol

Alcohol must not be taken before or following the administration of Dextomid Inj. Dexmedetomidine's nervous system adverse effects, such as disorientation, sleepiness, and difficulties focusing, can be exacerbated by alcohol. Some individuals may also have difficulty thinking and making judgments.

Other General Warnings

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if
  • You are suffering from liver issues.
  • In some people, taking this medicine for longer than 24 hours may raise the risk of tachyphylaxis and tolerance (a decreased response to the medication).
  • The safety and effectiveness of Dextomid 100mcg Inj in children under the age of 18 have not been clinically proven. The physician may, however, recommend this medication if necessary.

Directions for Use

  • Dexmedetomidine is administered as an intravenous infusion.
  • Dextomid Injection will be given to you by a healthcare provider.
  • Dexmedetomidine is administered by a continual infusion device, which gently injects the medicine into the bloodstream.
  • This kind of infusion maintains the patient sedation around the clock.

Storage and disposal

Dxtomis 100mcg Inj should be stored away from moisture and sunlight. This medication should be stored in a cool and dry place. Dextomid 100mcg Inj should be kept away from the reach of children and pets. Disposal of Dextomid 100mcg Inj should be disposed of appropriately. This medication should not be flushed into a bathroom or drained into a sewage system. For disposal, you can contact a local pharmacist.

Dosage

Overdose

The risk of an overdose is extremely minimal because this medicine is given in a hospital setting by a trained healthcare worker. If an overdose is anticipated, however, the physician will commence emergency medical care. Dextomid 100mcg Inj overdose can cause life-threatening hypotension and bradycardia, and it is also related to miosis (contraction of pupil).

Missed a Dose

Missing a dose of Dextomid Inj is rare as it is administered in a hospital setting.

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

  • To avoid side effects associated with medicine interaction, it is important to inform the doctor about all medicines and health supplements you are currently taking.
  • Dextomid 100mcg Inj should not be taken with some benzodiazepines, such as lorazepam. Combining these medications can cause adverse symptoms such as dizziness, drowsiness, disorientation, and difficulties concentrating that can occur. Some people, particularly the elderly, may have difficulty thinking, judging, and physical coordination.
  • Dextomid 100mcg Inj should not be taken with some calcium channel blockers such as diltiazem. Combining these medications can reduce the heart rate and lower blood pressure.
  • Dextomid 100mcg Inj should not be taken with some diuretics such as furosemide. Combining these medicines can cause low blood pressure and a reduced heart rate.
  • Dextomid 100mcg Inj should not be taken with some anticonvulsants such as phenytoin. When phenytoin is used with Dextomid 100mcg Inj, adverse symptoms such as drowsiness, dizziness, disorientation, and difficulty concentrating may occur. Some people, particularly the elderly, may have difficulty judging, thinking, and physical coordination.

Interactions with food items

  • There is no known food interaction with Dextomid 100 mcg Inj.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

The usual time it takes for this Dextomid 100mcg Inj to attain its peak impact is roughly 1 day to 1 week in most circumstances.
The frequency of Dextomid 100mcg Inj depends on your medical condition. It is usually taken once or two times a day. It should be administered by a trained health care professional in a clinical setting. Do not self-administer.
Dextomid 100mcg Injections are delivered intravenously. Pain at the site of injection and a decreased heart rate are possible side effects (bradycardia). There is no amnesia associated with it.

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Manufacturer Details

Brand:DEXTOMID

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Fulfillment Information: Dextomid 100 MCG Infusion (1) will be delivered by a licensed retail pharmacy nearest to your location. Order acceptance and fulfillment are dependent upon the verification of your doctor's valid prescription (where applicable) and the current stock of this medicine.

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