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| U.S. Brand
Names |
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| Wyamine® Sulfate
Injection |
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| Generic
Available |
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No |
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| Synonyms |
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Mephentermine Sulfate |
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| Pharmacological Index |
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|
Adrenergic Agonist Agent |
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| Use |
|
|
Treatment of hypotension secondary to ganglionic blockade or spinal
anesthesia; may be used as an emergency measure to maintain blood pressure until
whole blood replacement becomes available |
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| Pregnancy Risk
Factor |
|
|
C |
|
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| Usual Dosage |
|
|
Hypotension: I.M., I.V.:
Children: 0.4 mg/kg
Adults: 0.5 mg/kg
Hypotensive emergency: I.V. infusion: 20-60 mg |
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| Administration |
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May be given I.M. |
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| Dosage Forms |
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Injection, as sulfate: 15 mg/mL (2 mL, 10 mL); 30 mg/mL (10
mL) |
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