Esmolol
About Esmolol
Esmolol, a beta blocker, is used to reduce the responsibilities of the heart and helps in regulating the heart beat. It is basically used to keep the heart rate and blood pressure under check.
Do not use this medicine if you are allergic to it or the ingredients present in it. It is better to inform your doctor or healthcare provider about the same. It is advised not to use this medicine if you have heart block, serious heart problems, irregular heartbeat and pulmonary hypertension.
It is recommended to consult your doctor, before using this medicine, if you have any medical conditions such as heart problems, chest pain, kidney problem, asthma, and diabetes. Also, tell your doctor if you have any current medication or taking any prescription medicine or non-prescription medicine, pregnant, planning to be pregnant and breastfeeding. Your dosage depends on your age, weight, medical condition, and your response to the treatment. It is usually given as an injection by the doctor or health care provider or nurse. It is advised to take this medicine as prescribed by your doctor or health care professional.
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Cardiologist before using this medicine.
What are the uses of Esmolol
Arrhythmia
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Cardiologist before using this medicine.
What are the side effects of Esmolol ?
Headache
Slow Heart Rate
Breathlessness
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Cardiologist before using this medicine.
Key highlights of Esmolol
Is It safe with alcohol?
Taking esmolol with alcohol may have additive effects in lowering your blood pressure. You may experience headache, dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, and/or changes in pulse or heart rate.
Are there any pregnancy warnings?
Esmocard 100mg injection may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.
Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.Are there any breast-feeding warnings?
Unknown. Human and animal studies are not available. Please consult your doctor.
Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?
There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.
Does this affect kidney function?
Caution should be advised in patients with renal impairment.
Does this affect liver function?
There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Cardiologist before using this medicine.
What are the dosage instructions?
Are there any missed dose instructions?
If you miss a dose of Esmolol, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Cardiologist before using this medicine.
Medicines containing Esmolol
Below is the list of medicines, which contains Esmolol as ingredient
- Neotach 100mg Injection
Neon Laboratories Ltd
- Esmocard 100Mg Injection
Troikaa Pharmaceuticals Ltd
- Clol 100mg Injection
Health Biotech Limited
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Cardiologist before using this medicine.
How does this medication work?
This medicine is classified as a class III antiarrhythmic. It acts by blocking the beta-adrenergic receptors, which maintains and balances the functioning of the heart and some other organs of the body.
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Cardiologist before using this medicine.
What are the interactions of Esmolol ?
Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.
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