Adenosine Medication Information
Get detailed information on Adenosine, including pronunciation, uses, dosage guidelines, indications, and instructions on how and when to take it and when to avoid it.
The updated prescription information on Adenosine provides an overview of possible side effects, precautions, warnings, and storage tips.
You'll also find brand names used in india and internationally, along with pricing details. For further clarification, consult your healthcare provider.
Generic Name : Adenosine Pronunciation : a-DEN-oh-seen ICD Code : Y52.2 Therapeutic Classification : AntiarrhythmicsTrade Names/Brand Names of Adenosine
India :
Adenocor |
Tachyban |
Adenoz |
Adenoject (3 mg) |
Carnosine |
Adnet |
Carnosine (30 mg) |
Adnet (3 mg) |
Adenoject |
Adenoject (6mg)
International :
Adenocard, Adenoscan.
Why is Adenosine Prescribed? (Indications)
Adenosine is used as an antiarrhythmic agent prescribed to treat specific conditions of irregular heartbeat and also used while performing a stress test of the heart. It slows the electrical conduction in the heart.When should Adenosine not be taken? (Contraindications)
Contraindicated in patients with second-or third-degree AV block, slow heartbeat, and hypersensitivity.What is the dosage of Adenosine?
Adult- IV- Initial dose: 6 mg given as a rapid intravenous bolus (administered over a 1-2 second period). Repeat Administration: If first dose does not work, 12 mg should be given as a rapid intravenous bolus. This 12 mg dose may be repeated a second time if required.Child- Initial dose: Give 0.05 to 0.1 mg/kg as a rapid IV bolus. It may be increased up to 0.05 to 0.1 mg/kg if needed.
How should Adenosine be taken?
It comes as a solution for injection to be administered by a healthcare provider into the vein.What are the warnings and precautions for Adenosine?
• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of lung or breathing problems, gout, any allergy, who are taking other medications, elderly, during pregnancy and breast-feeding.• It may cause dizziness or lightheadedness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.
• Avoid drinking large amount of caffeinated beverages.
What are the side effects of Adenosine?
Heart - Facial flushing, temporary rash on the chest, headache, sweating, palpitations, chest pain and low blood pressure.Respiratory - Shortness of breath, chest pressure, fast breathing, coughing and head pressure.
Central Nervous System - Lightheadedness, dizziness, tingling in arms, numbness, apprehension, blurred vision, burning sensation, heaviness in arms, neck and back pain.
Gastrointestinal - Nausea, diaphoresis, metallic taste, tightness in throat and pressure in groin.
