Ephedrine injection
What is this medicine?
EPHEDRINE (e FED rin) injection is used to treat low blood pressure in patients who received certain types of anesthesia, underwent a specific type of surgery, or received an overdose of a drug that can lower blood pressure. It is also sometimes used to treat symptoms of asthma, chronic bronchitis, emphysema, or other lung disease.
How should I use this medicine?
This medicine is for injection under the skin, into a muscle or into a vein. It is given by a health care professional in a hospital or clinic setting.
Talk to your pediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in children. Special care may be needed.
What side effects may I notice from receiving this medicine?
Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible:
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allergic reactions like skin rash, itching or hives, swelling of the face, lips, or tongue
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anxiety
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chest pain
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confusion
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dizziness, or fainting spells
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excessive sweating or inability to cool down after strenuous exercise
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fast or irregular heartbeat, palpitations
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hallucinations
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increased blood pressure
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pain or difficulty passing urine
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rapid or troubled breathing
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severe, persistent, or worsening headache
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tremor
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vomiting
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your doctor or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):
What may interact with this medicine?
Do not take this medicine with any of the following medications:
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dihydroergotamine, ergotamine, ergoloid mesylates, methysergide, or ergot-type medication
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MAOIs like Carbex, Eldepryl, Marplan, Nardil, and Parnate
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medicines for colds and breathing difficulties
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sibutramine
This medicine may also interact with the following medications:
What if I miss a dose?
This does not apply.
Where should I keep my medicine?
This drug is given in a hospital or clinic and will not be stored at home.
What should I tell my health care provider before I take this medicine?
They need to know if you have any of the following conditions:
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blood vessel disease
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diabetes
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glaucoma
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heart disease
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high blood pressure
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over active thyroid
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an unusual or allergic reaction to ephedrine, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
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pregnant or trying to get pregnant
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breast-feeding
What should I watch for while using this medicine?
Your condition will be monitored carefully while you are receiving this medicine.