Milrinone Medication Information
Learn everything you need to know about Milrinone-pronunciation, uses, dosage guidelines, indications, and when to take or avoid it.
Get up-to-date information on side effects, precautions, warnings, and proper storage to ensure safe usage.
Explore Milrinone brand names commonly used in India and internationally, along with detailed pricing information. Consult your healthcare provider for tailored medical advice.
Generic Name : Milrinone Pronunciation : MILL-ri-none ICD Code : Y52 Therapeutic Classification : Cardiovascular AgentsBrand Names or Trade Names of Milrinone
India :
Myolong |
Milicor |
Primacor-IV (1mg/ml) |
Primacor IV |
Primacor I V |
Milrineon |
Primacor |
Mirisol
International :
Primacor
Why is Milrinone Prescribed? (Indications)
This medication is a phosphodiesterase 3 inhibitor, prescribed for acute decompensated heart failure (ADHF) (serious cause of acute respiratory distress). It increases the pumping strength of the heart.When should Milrinone not be taken? (Contraindications)
Contraindicated in patients with recent heart attack and hypersensitivity.What is the dosage of Milrinone?
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 should Milrinone 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 Milrinone?
• 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.
What are the side effects of Milrinone?
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.
