Dextodine 50 Injection
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Dextodine 50 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.
Dextodine 50 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.
Uses of Dextodine Injection
- Sedative
Benefits of Dextodine Injection
In Sedative
Dextodine 50 Injection is used to help calm and sedate patients, especially in intensive care or during surgical procedures. It provides sedation without causing significant breathing problems, making it safer in controlled settings. It also helps reduce anxiety and discomfort while ensuring the patient remains relaxed.
Side effects of Dextodine Injection
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Dextodine
- Slow heart rate
- Dryness in mouth
- Decreased blood pressure
How to use Dextodine Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How Dextodine Injection works
Dextodine 50 Injection works by modulating the action of certain chemical messengers in the brain that relieves pain and induces sleep.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
Do not drink alcohol while you are taking this medicine. Dextodine 50 Injection may cause excessive drowsiness when taken with alcohol.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
The safety of Dextodine 50 Injection during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Dextodine 50 Injection may be safe to use during breastfeeding. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Driving
NOT RELEVANT
Not relevant, as Dextodine 50 Injection is intended for use in hospitalized patients.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Dextodine 50 Injection is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment is recommended.
Liver
CAUTION
Dextodine 50 Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
What if you forget to take Dextodine Injection?
If you miss a dose of Dextodine 50 Injection, please consult your doctor.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Dextodine 50 Injection is given as an infusion into the veins by healthcare professionals only.
- Your doctor will closely monitor your heart rate, blood pressure, breathing rate and oxygen level during the treatment.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
O- xylenes
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
NEURO CNS
Action Class
Centrally Acting Alpha-2 Agonist- Sedative Agents
Interaction with drugs
Taking Dextodine with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Monitor your heart rate regularly and talk to your doctor if you notice persistently low heart rate.
Although the likelihood is low, concurrent use may cause a slow heart rate.
Monitor your heart rate regularly and talk to your doctor if you notice persistently low heart rate.
Although the likelihood is low, concurrent use may cause a slow heart rate.
Patient concerns
FAQs
What is Dextodine 50 Injection used for?
Dextodine 50 Injection is used to provide sedation (a state of calm, drowsiness, or sleep) for adult patients in intensive care settings (i.e. in initially intubated and mechanically ventilated patients or non-intubated patients prior to and/or during surgical and other procedures).
Is Dextodine 50 Injection a controlled substance?
Dextodine 50 Injection is a sedative that belongs to a class of drugs called centrally active selective 2A agonists.It is not a controlled drug/substance
Is Dextodine 50 Injection approved by FDA?
Yes, Dextodine 50 Injection approved by FDA
Does Dextodine 50 Injection cause amnesia?
Dextodine 50 Injection is given as an infusion (drip) into veins. It may cause pain at the injection site and low heart rate (bradycardia). It does not cause amnesia.
How does Dextodine 50 Injection work?
Dextodine 50 Injection activates the central 2A receptors which causes sedation and analgesia.
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