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How to Take Mephentermine and it's Dose


It comes as a tablet to take by mouth and also as an injection to be administered by a healthcare provider into the vein or muscle.

Dosage & When it is to be taken

Adult: IV- Maintenance of BP in hypotensive state- 30-45 mg as single dose, repeated as necessary or followed by IV infusion of 0.1% mephentermine in 5% dextrose, rate and duration of administration will depend on patient's response. Hypotension secondary to spinal anesthesia in obstetric patients 15 mg as a single dose, repeat if needed.

When it is not to be taken (Contraindications)

Contraindicated in patients with low blood pressure induced by chlorpromazine, concurrent use with any MAOIs ( Monamine Oxidase Inhibitors).

Drug Name : Mephentermine

This medication is a cardiac stimulant, prescribed for hypotension (low blood pressure).


Trade Names/Brand Names of Mephentermine

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International :


Wyamine
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