InjectionAlphadex 100mcg Injection
In Sedative Alphadex 100mcg Injection helps to calm the activity of the nerves and helps induce a deep state of sleep called sedation. Therefore this medicine acts as a sedative and is used in intensive care units (ICUs) to provide relief to patients and to ke…
About this Medicine
Alphadex 100mcg Injection is a prescription medicine used to provide sedation (a state of calm, drowsiness, or sleep) for adult patients in intensive care settings. It may also be used for awake sedation during diagnostic and surgical procedures.Alphadex 100mcg Injection is given as an infusion (drip) into a vein under the supervision of a healthcare professional. It is important to inform your doctor if you are suffering from any medical conditions like slow heart rate, low blood pressure, neurological disorder, severe liver problems, or have ever developed a serious fever after some medicines, especially after taking anesthesia. Your doctor will monitor the cardiac and respiratory state after providing this injection.Common side effects of this medicine include dryness in the mouth, decreased blood pressure, and slow heart rate. Consult your doctor if these side effects do not improve with time or worsen. They may be able to suggest ways to prevent or reduce the side effects.
How it Works
Alphadex 100mcg Injection works by modulating the action of certain chemical messengers in the brain that relieves pain and induces sleep.
Key Facts
Chemical Class :: Imidazole Derivative|Habit Forming :: No|Therapeutic Class :: NEURO CNS|Action Class :: Alpha 2-Adrenoceptor agonists (Anaesthetic)
Safety Overview
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