Formulary Monographs [EPHEDRINE HYDROCHLORIDE, 121212]
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EPHEDRINE HYDROCHLORIDE
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ALPHA & BETA ADRENERGIC AGONIST
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Reversal of hypotension from spinal or epidural anaesthesia
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Anginal pain; anxiety; arrhythmias; flushing; headache;
hypersalivation. |
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3-6 mg every 3-4 minutes (max. p er dose 9 mg), adjusted according to response, injection solution to contain ephedrine hydrochloride 3 mg/ml; maximum 30 mg p er course.
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Increased fetal heart rate has been reported. Use with caution during pregnancy.
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