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Side effect(s) of Dexmedetomidine


Review the side-effects of Dexmedetomidine as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.

If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.

  Most Common
- Low blood pressure, slow heart rate and dry mouth.

  Body as a Whole
- Fever, decreased blood volume, light anesthesia, pain and rigors.

  Heart
- Blood pressure fluctuation, high/low blood pressure, heart attack, abnormal heart rhythm, fast/slow heart rate and dilation of blood vessels.

  Central Nervous System
- Dizziness, headache, nerve pain/inflammation, speech disorder, convulsion, anxiety, agitation, confusion, hallucination and illusion.

  Gastrointestinal
- Abdominal pain, diarrhea, vomiting, nausea and constipation.

  Liver
- Increased level of liver enzymes and liver damage.

  Metabolic
- Excess level of acid in blood, increased potassium level in blood and decrease/increase in sugar level.

  Blood
- Anemia, easy bruising and bleeding.

  Genitourinary
- Blood urea nitrogen increased and decreased urination.

  Respiratory
- Asthma, shortness/poor breathing and lung obstruction.

  Skin
- Increased sweating.

  Eye
- Abnormal eye sensation and abnormal vision.

Other Precautions :

Take full course of treatment.

Drug Name : Dexmedetomidine

Dexmedetomidine(Precedex) generic is a sedative, prescribed for intensive care unit sedation and procedural sedation.


Trade Names for Dexmedetomidine

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International :


Precedex
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