Ephedrine Medication Information
Discover comprehensive details about Ephedrine, including its pronunciation, uses, dosage instructions, indications, and guidelines on how and when to take it or avoid it.
The updated prescription information covers potential side effects, precautions, warnings, and storage recommendations.
Additionally, explore the Ephedrine brands available in India and internationally, along with pricing information. For personalized advice, consult your healthcare provider.
Generic Name : Ephedrine Pronunciation : e-FED-rin ICD Code : Y55.5 Therapeutic Classification : DecongestantsBrand Names or Trade Names of Ephedrine
India :
Kuffset |
Torex (100 ml) |
Swicof |
Ephedrine |
Asthimo |
Noscaphene |
Multimix Oral |
Cadiphylate Elixir 200 |
Noscof |
Multimix Syr
International :
Pretz-D
Why is Ephedrine Prescribed? (Indications)
This medication is a central nervous system stimulant, prescribed for breathing problems (as a bronchodilator) and for nasal congestion. It is also used for lowering blood pressure. The medication reduces swelling of blood vessels in the nasal passage and widens the air way thereby enhances easy breathing.When should Ephedrine not be taken? (Contraindications)
Contraindicated in people with adrenal gland tumor, abnormal fast heart rate, hypersensitivity and during breastfeeding.What is the dosage of Ephedrine?
Adult: PO- Diabetic neuropathic edema- 30-60 mg 3 times/day.IV- Reversal of spinal or epidural anesthesia-induced hypotension- As 3 mg/ml solution: 3-6 mg, up to 9 mg, may repeat every 3-4 minutes if needed.
How should Ephedrine be taken?
It comes as a solution for injection to be administered by a healthcare provider, with or without food.What are the warnings and precautions for Ephedrine?
• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of heart disease, overactive thyroid, diabetes, high blood pressure, increased eye pressure, kidney impairment, prostate enlargement, elderly, during pregnancy.• It may cause dizziness, drowsiness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.
• If condition worsens, consult with your healthcare provider.
What are the side effects of Ephedrine?
Most Common- Nervousness, sleeplessness, fainting, headache, fast heart rate, palpitations and sweating.Gastrointestinal- Nausea, vomiting and loss of appetite.
Miscellaneous- Muscle spasm, difficulty and painful urination.
