Brand name: Phenylephrine (BNM) TM
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Active ingredients: phenylephrine
What it is used for
Phenylephrine hydrochloride is intended for the maintenance of an adequate level of blood pressure during spinal and inhalation anaesthesia. It is also employed to overcome paroxysmal supraventricular tachycardia.
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Intravenous. This medicine or fluids is given through a needle or tube (catheter) inserted into a vein.
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Protect from Light
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
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Visual appearance
Clear colourless solution
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?
For the active ingredient phenylephrine
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Consumer Medicines Information (CMI)
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Reporting side effects
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