Metaraminol (Sandoz) TM
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Active ingredients: metaraminol
Pack: Metaraminol (Sandoz) 10 mg/mL injection, 5 x 1 mL ampoules
Brand name
(ARTG)
: METARAMINOL GH PHARMA metaraminol (as tartrate) 10mg/1mL injection ampouleDownload 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)
Prevention and treatment of the acute hypotensive state occurring with spinal anaesthesia; adjunctive treatment of hypotension due to haemorrhage, reactions to medications, surgical complications, and shock associated with brain damage due to tumour or trauma. It may also be useful as an adjunct in the treatment of hypotension due to cardiogenic shock or septicaemia.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Injection, solution
- Intravenous
- Clear glass ampoule filled with a clear solution (using water as the reference)
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Protect from Light
- Shelf lifetime is 36 Months.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient metaraminol
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
