Warning: following details is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the judgment & judgment of your doctor. it must not be construed to indicate that use of med is safe or effective for you. Consult your doctor before using it drug.

Doxapram - injection

(dox-uh-pram)

common brand names: Dopram

Dopram Usage: it drug is used to stimulate breathing (respiration). this medication can be used to treat breathing problems due to overdose of certain drugs (e.g., narcotic analgesics, barbiturates), lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease) & in the recovery period after anesthesia.

How to use Dopram: this medication is given by vein (slow IV injection or infusion) under physician supervision. Response will be monitored continuously during administration. Close observation & monitoring is necessary until patient is fully alert since 1 hour. dosage is based on your medical condition & response to medication. the infusion must not be administered for longer than 2 hours or maximum dose of 3 grams/24 hours. Learn every correct mixing, dilution & administration/usage instructions in the product package. Follow every proper safety precautions. Consult your pharmacist if you unclear about any of information. liquid should be checked for particles or discoloration. If present, don't use the liquid. Make sure needles and medical supplies are stored safely & disposed about properly.

Dopram side effects: Pain & redness at injection site, feelings about warmth, flushing, sweating, headache, dizziness, nausea, diarrhea or enlarged pupils may occur. If these effects persist or worsen, notify doctor promptly. Tell your pharmacist immediately if you have any about these unlikely but serious side effects: chest pain, rapid/irregular heartbeat, fever, mental/mood changes, increased muscle activity or spasms, seizures, urination problems, itching, trouble breathing (including very rapid or slow breathing). If you notice other side effects not listed above, contact you're physician or pharmacist.

Dopram Precautions: Tell the doctor your medical history, especially of: allergies, lung problems (e.g., airway obstruction, asthma, COPD, pulmonary fibrosis), liver or kidney problems, heart conditions (e.g., arrhythmias, coronary artery disease), high blood pressure, brain swelling (cerebral edema), stroke, seizure disorders, head injury, thyroid conditions (e.g., hyperthyroid), pheochromocytoma, blood disorders (e.g., leukopenia, metabolic disorders). a preservative (benzyl alcohol) which may be found in this product or in the liquid used to mix this product (diluent) can infrequently cause serious problems (sometimes death) if given by injection to an infant during first months of life (neonatal period). risk is greater with lower birth weight infants and is greater with increased amounts about benzyl alcohol. Symptoms include sudden gasping, low blood pressure, or a very slow heartbeat. Report these symptoms to pharmacist immediately should they occur. If possible, preservative-free product must be used when treating neonates. Tell your physician if you are pregnant before using this medication. it is not known whether it drug passes into breast milk. Consult youre pharmacist before breast-feeding.

Dopram med interactions: Tell your physician of every prescription & nonprescription drugs you may use, especially about: certain cough- and-cold drugs with adrenaline-like medicine such as decongestants (e.g., ephedrine, pseudoephedrine), other sympathomimetic drugs (e.g., epinephrine, dopamine), MAO inhibitors (e.g., furazolidone, moclobemide, phenelzine, procarbazine, selegiline), pills for anesthesia (e.g., halothane, cyclopropane & enflurane), muscle relaxants (e.g., succinylcholine, vecuronium). do not start or stop any medicine without physician or pharmacist approval.

Dopram Overdose: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.

Dopram special notes: Laboratory and/or medical tests will be performed to monitor you're progress.

If you missed Dopram dose: If the dose is interrupted, contact physician or healthcare professional immediately to establish new dosing.

Dopram Storage: Store the vials at room temperature between 59 & 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from light and moisture. do not freeze. After mixing & dilution in correct IV fluids (consult your pharmacist since details), it product is stable at room temperature for 48 hours.

Medical alert: some your condition can cause complications in medical emergency.

Active Ingredients : Doxapram