FOMEPIZOLE

Overview

FOMEPIZOLE is a Schedule H drug.
Fomepizole is an antidote to certain types of poison. Fomepizole is used to treat poisoning with ethylene glycol (antifreeze) or methanol (contained in solvents, fuels, and other household or automotive chemicals). Fomepizole is sometimes used together with hemodialysis to rid the body of a poison.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

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

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 6yrs

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: Check with your Doctor first

How Do I Take It?

Route of Administration: IV (Intravenous)

Precautions

 It should not be given undiluted or by bolus injection (high quantity).  Patient may develop with increased risk of severe allergic reactions; monitor signs and symptoms. Monitor blood sugar, kidney, liver functions and urine analysis regularly while taking this medication.Safety and effectiveness needed for children, elderly, pregnant and breastfeeding women. Safety and effectiveness needed for children, elderly, pregnant and breastfeeding women. Ethanol and fomepizole should not be given together in the treatment of ethylene glycol poisoning. It is important to tell your doctor about all other medications you use, including vitamins and herbs.

Symptoms of Overdosage

FOMEPIZOLE over-dosage can result in: Difficulty Breathing

Common Side-Effects

FOMEPIZOLE : Anxiety, Hypotension, Bradycardia, Tachycardia, Eosinophilia, Nausea, Dizziness, Head Headache, Drowsiness

Disease Interactions

FOMEPIZOLE can interfere with: Acute Liver Failure, Acute Renal Failure

Technical Classification

FOMEPIZOLE is categorized as: ANTIDOTES / MISCELLANEOUS AGENTS

Storage Conditions

Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)

Available Alternatives

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