Side effect(s) of Dehydroemetine

Last Updated on Nov 08, 2024

Review the side-effects of Dehydroemetine 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.

  Skin: Abscess formation, eczema like rash

  Neuromuscular disorder: Weakness, muscular pain in limbs and neck, shortness of breath; neuromuscular symptoms are dose-related and are mostly followed by cardiotoxicity

  Cardiac effects: Hypotension, tachycardia, and dysrhythmias; changes in electrical activity that might be followed by toxicity

  Other: Headache, nausea, vomiting, local pain

Other Precautions :

• Avoid if allergic to the drug or any of its ingredients.
• Avoid if you are or planning to become pregnant or are breastfeeding.
. • You should discontinue the use of this drug after delivery.

Drug Name : Dehydroemetine

Dehydroemetine generic Dehydroemetine is classified as an antiprotozoal agent. It is a less toxic derivative of emetine, the parent compound. Since it acts as a severe irritant when given orally, it is mostly given as an injection. It is used for the treatment of • Amebic Dysentery as an alternative to metronidazole injection and to 5-nitroimidazole when the latter does not show adequate response • Amebic abscess when it becomes necessary to give a second round of treatment 6 weeks later in patients with extensive hepatic abscesses.