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Side effect(s) of Dexmedetomidine

Read the side effects of Dexmedetomidine as described in the medical literature. In case of any doubt consult 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.
More Info about Dexmedetomidine

Trade Names for Dexmedetomidine

International : 

Precedex
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