MILRINONE

Overview

MILRINONE is a Schedule H drug.
Milrinone is a vasodilator that works by relaxing the muscles in your blood vessels to help them dilate (widen). This lowers blood pressure and allows blood to flow more easily through your veins and arteries.It increases the pumping strength of the heart.It is mixed with dextrose, a type of sugar, before it is given. If you have high blood sugar (diabetes) or have low blood sugar, tell your doctor.

Usage

MILRINONE is generally used to treat: Heart Failure
MILRINONE can address symptoms like: Irregular Heartbeat, Chest Pain, Shortness Of Breath

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 1month

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

How Do I Take It?

Route of Administration: IV (Intravenous)

Precautions

  • You should not be treated with milrinone if you are allergic to it, or if you have recently had a heart attack.
  • Follow your doctor’s instructions about any restrictions on food, beverages, or activity.It may cause dizziness or lightheadedness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.
  • The medicine cannot be given to children in case of an unstable heart rhythm and blood pressure.
  • Consult your doctor if you are taking digoxin, diuretics,medications used to treat high blood pressure or chest pain (angina).Take precautions while using milrinone as it may decrease blood pressure (hypotension).
  • Talk to your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant or are breastfeeding.

Symptoms of Overdosage

MILRINONE over-dosage can result in: Dizziness, Fainting

Common Side-Effects

MILRINONE : Hypotension, Heart Arrhythmias, Head Headache, Easy Bruising, Easy Bleeding

Serious Side-Effects

MILRINONE : Bronchospasm Cough, Hypokalemia, Chest Pain, Wheezing, Difficulty Breathing, Irregular Heartbeat, Palpitations (fluttering In Chest), Frequent Urination

Technical Classification

MILRINONE is categorized as: INOTROPIC AGENTS / CARDIOVASCULAR AGENTS

Storage Conditions

Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)

Available Alternatives

Common Drugs with MILRINONE as Ingredient

MILICOR 10MG INJMILRINONE 10.0 MG
MILRINEON 10MG INJMILRINONE 10.0 MG
MYOLONG 10MG INJMILRINONE 10.0 MG
PRIMACOR 10MG INJ 10MLMILRINONE 10.0 MG
RENOTA 10MG INJMILRINONE 10.0 MG