Effortil 10 Mg/1 Ml Injection 10 mg/1 ml Injection
PDF Leaflet Revision Date: 27 May 2022
Clinical Summary
Quick overview from the medicine insert
Indication
To correct hypotension in circulatory failure, during anaesthesia, and post-operatively.
Dosage (summary)
Adults: 3 to 6 ampoules daily; Children: varies by age.
Special Populations
- Elderly
- Diabetes
- Cardiac disorders
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Contraindicated in first trimester; safety in later trimesters not established; avoid during lactation.
Key Drug Interactions
- Guanethidine
- Mineralocorticoids
- Thyroid hormones
- Sympathomimetics
- MAO inhibitors
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity
- Thyrotoxicosis
- Phaeochromocytoma
- Narrow-angle glaucoma
- Hypertension
- Coronary heart failure
- Decompensated heart failure
Common side effects
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Tachycardia
- Nausea
Counselling Points
- Avoid driving if experiencing dizziness
- Report any adverse reactions
- Monitor for signs of hypotension
Serious warnings
- Caution in severe cardiovascular disorders
- May cause positive doping test results
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