Phentolamine (Mesylate)
Generic medicine reference
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Overview
It is used during a test for pheochromocytoma . It is used to treat high blood pressure due to pheochromocytoma. It is used to treat skin problems from some drugs. It is used to reverse the effects of some drugs. It may be given to you for other reasons. Talk with the doctor.
Indications
It is used during a test for pheochromocytoma . It is used to treat high blood pressure due to pheochromocytoma. It is used to treat skin problems from some drugs. It is used to reverse the effects of some drugs. It may be given to you for other reasons. Talk with the doctor.
Contraindications
Phentolamine (Mesylate) is contraindicated in conditions like Hypotension, Obstructive cardiomyopathy, Cardiovascular disease, Cerebrovascular disease, Aortic stenosis.
Side Effects
WARNING/CAUTION: Even though it may be rare, some people may have very bad and sometimes deadly side effects when taking a drug. Tell your
doctor or get medical help right away if you have any of the following signs or symptoms that may be related to a very bad side effect:
Signs of an allergic reaction, like rash ; hives; itching ; red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin with or without fever ; wheezing ;
tightness in the chest or throat; trouble breathing, swallowing, or talking; unusual hoarseness; or swelling of the mouth, face, lips, tongue,
or throat. Weakness on 1 side of the body, trouble speaking or thinking, change in balance, drooping on one side of the face, or blurred eyesight. Chest pain or pressure or a fast heartbeat . A heartbeat that does not feel normal. Very bad dizziness or passing out. Very bad headache .
Warnings
Phentolamine should not be given to patients with angina pectoris, ischemic heart disease. Care should be taken in patients with peptic ulcer disease.
High Risk Groups
Drug should not be given to Pregnant Mothers, Geriatrics, and Neonates.If prescribing authority justifies the benefits of the drug against the possible damages he/she should reevaluate them and consult the reference material and previous studies.
Adult Dosage
0.071 mg/kg (0.071 (0.071)) As recommended. IM — As Required
0.071 mg/kg (0.071 (0.071)) As recommended. IV — As Required
Child Dosage
0.1 to 0.5 mg/kg (0.3 (0.3)) As recommended. Intra Venous — Single Dose, As Required
Neonatal Dosage
No neonatal dosage information is recorded for this medicine yet.
Drug Interactions
Phentolamine (Mesylate) is known to interact with other drugs, the details of drug interactions is as follows:DrugDetailsSeverityOnsetManagementAdrenalineAdrenalineClonidine (HCl)Dobutamine (HCl)Protirelin These interactions are sometimes beneficial and sometimes may pose threats to life. Always consult your physician for the change of dose regimen or an alternative drug of choice that may strictly be required.
Storage
Inj Store in refrigerator. Do not Freeze.
Available Brands in Pakistan
No brands are recorded for this generic.