Milrinone- Side effect(s)

Read the side effects of Milrinone as described in the medical literature. In case of any doubt consult your doctor or pharmacist.

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.

Other Precautions : *Avoid excess dosage.

Drug Name : Milrinone

Milrinone(Primacor) generic 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.
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Drug Name : Milrinone

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