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Vasocon 1mg Injection

Salt Composition: ADRENALINE BITARTRATE

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Vasocon 1mg Injection

Categories: Cardiology

Conditions: Heart Disorder

Product Introduction

Vasocon 1mg Injection contains the active substance adrenaline bitartrate, which is a sympathomimetic agent. It is used to rapidly relieve severe allergic reactions to drugs or other substances causing allergies. It is a primary drug administered during cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) to reverse cardiac arrest. Additionally, it is employed in emergency shock treatment resulting from a severe allergic reaction. Furthermore, it plays an essential role in assisting surgeons by inducing and maintaining mydriasis (enlarging the pupil) during eye surgery. This injection should be avoided under certain circumstances and in specific medical conditions. Inform your healthcare provider if you have a known allergy to adrenaline or its components in the injection. Additionally, it is not recommended during pregnancy, in cases of severe heart disease, and when suffering from brain infections, diseases, or tumours. Tell your doctor if you have atherosclerosis, a condition characterised by the narrowing and hardening of blood vessels. Transparent communication with your doctor regarding your medical history and current medications is essential to ensure the safe and proper use of adrenaline injections.

Uses

Treatment of cardiac arrest Management of low blood pressure associated with septic shock Severe allergic reactions Pupil enlargement and maintenance during eye surgery

How it works

Vasocon 1mg Injection works on two types of receptors in your body, called alpha (α) and beta (β) receptors, in various organs: Heart: It makes your heart pump stronger and faster, which can be helpful during a heart emergency like cardiac arrest. Blood vessels: It tightens your blood vessels, which can be used when treating low blood pressure in cases like septic shock. Lungs: It relaxes the muscles in your lungs, making breathing easier if you have a severe allergic reaction (anaphylaxis). Eyes: It makes your pupil (the black part in your eye) get bigger, which helps doctors during eye surgery to operate better.

How to Use

This medicine is given only in a hospital set up by a trained healthcare provider during an emergency. Vasocon 1mg Injection may be injected either into your muscle or into the tissue just beneath your skin. Your doctor will decide the most apt dosage for you based on your age and physical circumstances.

Side Effects

Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all medicines cause side effects, not everyone gets them Serious Stress cardiomyopathy - Symptoms of chest pain, shortness of breath, nausea, or an irregular heartbeat, especially if you are stressed. Common Anxiety and restlessness Tremor (involuntary shaking) Weakness and dizziness, Sweating, palpitations or pallor Nausea and vomiting Headache Respiratory difficulties

Expert Tips

Since Vasocon 1mg Injection is an emergency drug, you will be under medical supervision during and, if necessary, after the treatment. If you experience any side effects during or after treatment, inform your healthcare provider promptly. Avoid spicy and fatty foods. Take plant-based diets. Avoid alcohol and quit smoking to resume a healthy lifestyle.

References

  1. Mercury Pharmaceuticals Ltd, Electronic medicines compendium (EMC), [Revised on Nov 2018], [Accessed on 26th Sep 2023], https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/product/6595/pil
  2. Belcher Pharmaceuticals, US Food and Drug Administration (FDA), [Revised on July 2021], [Accessed on 26th Sep 2023], https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2021/205029s006lbl.pdf
  3. KD Tripathi, Essentials of Medical Pharmacology, Adrenergic Transmission and Adrenergic Drugs , 8th edition, 2019, 145-152
  4. Goodman & Gilman’s, The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics, Adrenergic agonists and Antagonists,13th edition, 2018, 194-196

Safety Advice

Pregnancy: Consult your doctor If you are pregnant, think you may get pregnant, or planning to have a baby, check with your doctor for advice before using this medicine. Vasocon 1mg Injection is given to you only when it is considered essential by your doctor.

Lungs: Consult your doctor While there have been no reported side effects of Vasocon 1mg Injection in treating patients with lung disease at this time, it is still advisable to inform your doctor of any existing lung conditions before undergoing this injection.

Breastfeeding: Consult your doctor If you are breastfeeding, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before using this medicine. Vasocon 1mg Injection is given to you only when it is considered essential by your doctor.

Disclaimer

The information provided on this page is intended for general informational purposes only and should not be considered as medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before starting, stopping, or changing any medication. Self-medication can be harmful. Med For Rare does not endorse self-diagnosis or self-treatment.

Written By: Muskan Patel, M.Pharm

Reviewed By: Dr. Vishwa Patel, MBBS