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Milrinone

Latest prescription information about Milrinone. Learn how to pronounce the drug’s name, its indications, dosage, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, its storage instructions and warnings if any when taken during pregnancy. Also listed are the International and Indian trade name(s) of the drug and its price list.
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Generic Name : Milrinone
Pronunciation : MILL-ri-none
Trade Name(s): 
India- Milicor Inj, Milron Amp, Myolong Amp , Primacor-Iv Amp.
International- Primacor.
Why it is prescribed (Indications) : This medication is a phosphodiesterase 3 inhibitor, prescribed for acute decompensated heart failure (ADHF) (serious cause of acute respiratory distress).

When it is not to be taken (Contraindications): 

Contraindicated in patients with recent heart attack and hypersensitivity.

Pregnancy Category :

A B C D X
Category C : Animal reproduction studies have shown an adverse effect on the fetus and there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in humans, but potential benefits may warrant use of the drug in pregnant women despite potential risks.


When it is to be taken : Adult: IV- Loading dose: 50 mcg/kg then continuous maintenance infusion of 0.375-0.75 mcg/kg/min. Adjust according to response. Max:1.13 mcg/kg/day.
How it should be taken : It comes as a solution for injection, to be administered by a healthcare provider into the vein.
Special Instruction : 
* Caution should be exercised in patients with history of heart valve disease, irregular heartbeat, mineral imbalance, other heart diseases, kidney disease, any allergy, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
* It may cause dizziness or lightheadedness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.
* Avoid alcohol consumption.
Side Effects : 
This medication is generally well tolerated.
Heart- Fast heart rate, abnormal/irregular heart beat, low blood pressure and chest pain.
Central Nervous System- Headache.
Miscellaneous- Decreased potassium level in blood, tremor and decreased platelet count.
Other Precautions : 
*Avoid excess dosage.
Storage Conditions : 
Store it at room temperature (25°C).

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