Pralidoxime (500mg)

DESCRIPTION

Aldopam 500mg Injection is a prescription medicine used in the treatment of poisoning caused by pesticides and chemicals that contain organophosphates. It is used in the cases where respiratory depression occurs as a result of muscle weakness due to poisoning. Aldopam 500mg Injection is administered in a medical emergency situation thus aim should be to seek treatment of poisoning without waiting for the results of laboratory tests. This injection is given under the supervision of a healthcare professional. Moreover, it is important to consult your doctor if you have abnormal heartbeat, difficulty or trouble with breathing, increased muscle weakness, or severe tiredness after receiving this medicine. There can be some side effects like nausea, muscle weakness, headache, double vision, and blurred vision. It may also cause dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you will better. This medicine may also increase your blood pressure, so it is better to consult your doctor if it bothers you.

INTRODUCTION

In Organophosphate poisoning Organophosphates are used as insecticides or medications. Symptoms of organophosphate poisoning include increased saliva and tear production, diarrhea, vomiting, small pupils, sweating, muscle tremors, and confusion. Aldopam 500mg Injection helps to undo the effects of organophosphate poisoning and to restore normal life functions. It is given as an injection by a doctor or nurse.

USE OF

Organophosphate poisoning

BENEFITS

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

FACTBOX 

Chemical Class::N-Methylpyridinium Compounds|Habit Forming::No|Therapeutic Class::OTHERS|Action Class::Cholinesterase regenerator

HOW TO USE

Aldopam 500mg Injection reactivates the enzymes blocked by many pesticides (organophosphates). It is an antidote used in the poisoning of these pesticides.

EXPIRY

Long shelf life (1-2 years).

SAFETY ADVICE

– Alcohol : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Aldopam 500mg Injection. Please consult your doctor. – Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Aldopam 500mg Injection may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor. – Breast feeding : CAUTION – Aldopam 500mg Injection should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body. – Driving : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – It is not known whether Aldopam 500mg Injection alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react. – Kidney : CAUTION – Aldopam 500mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Aldopam 500mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor. – Liver : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – There is limited information available on the use of Aldopam 500mg Injection in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

IF MISS

If you miss a dose of Aldopam 500mg Injection, please consult your doctor.

COMMON SIDE EFFECT

Dizziness | Double vision | Drowsiness | Headache | High blood pressure | Increased heart rate | Muscle weakness | Nausea

ALCOHOL INTERACTION

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

PREGNANCY INTERACTION

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

LACTATION INTERACTION

CAUTION

KIDNEY INTERACTION

CAUTION

LIVER INTERACTION

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

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FAQ

Q. How does Aldopam 500mg Injection work?::: Aldopam 500mg Injection works by reactivating the enzyme acetylcholinesterase, which has been inactivated by pesticides or certain drugs, and breaks down the excess acetylcholine resulting from poisoning. Thus, it helps in reversing muscle weakness or respiratory depression caused by poisoning or drug over dosing.|

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