Caropram 20mg Injection

About this Medicine

Caropram 20mg Injection is a prescription medicine used to treat post-anesthesia respiratory depression and drug induced CNS depression. This medicine helps to improve breathing by increasing the amount of air going in and out of your lungs. Caropram 20mg Injection is given under the supervision of a healthcare professional in a hospital setting. It should not be self administered. Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor and if you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember.Some common side effects of using this medication are salivation, headache, nausea, chest tightness, and throat tightness. You may also notice some injection site reactions such as pain, redness or swelling. However, these are temporary and usually subside on their own after some time. Please consult your doctor if these do not resolve or worry you. It may also cause dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you feel better.Before taking Caropram 20mg Injection, you should inform your doctor if you are suffering from high blood pressure or liver problems. Your blood pressure may increase after taking this medicine, so it is better to monitor it regularly and consult your doctor if it is bothersome.

How it Works

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Key Facts

Chemical Class :: Diphenylmethanes Derivative|Habit Forming :: No|Therapeutic Class :: RESPIRATORY|Action Class :: Respiratory stimulant

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