Phenylephrine (Baxter) TM
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Active ingredients: phenylephrine
Pack: Phenylephrine (Baxter) 10 mg/mL (1%) injection, 25 x 1 mL vials
Brand name
(ARTG)
: PHENYLEPHRINE BAXTER phenylephrine hydrochloride 10 mg/1 mL solution for injection vialDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Phenylephrine hydrochloride is intended for the maintenance of an adequate level of blood pressure during spinal and inhalation anaesthesia and for the treatment of vascular failure in shock, shock-like states, and drug-induced hypotension, or hypersensitivity. It is also employed to overcome paroxysmal supraventricular tachycardia, to prolong spinal anaesthesia, and as a vasoconstrictor in regional analgesia.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Injection, solution
- Intramuscular
- clear, colorless, aqueous solution, free from visible particulates
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Protect from Light
- Shelf lifetime is 24 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
- 25 x 1 mL vials pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
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.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
