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Ephedrine hydrochloride - AAH Pharmaceuticals Ltd

AAH Pharmaceuticals

Description

A non-specific adrenoceptor agonist.

By mouth for reversible airway obstruction
• Adult: 15–60 mg, three times daily


By intranasal administration for nasal congestion, sinusitis affecting the maxillary antrum
• Over 12 years: apply 1–2 drops up to four times per day in each nostril for a maximum of seven days

Indications

For the management of reversible airways obstruction.
Ephedrine is less suitable and less safe for use as a bronchodilator than the selective beta2 agonists, because it is more likely to cause arrhythmias and other side-effects. It should be avoided if possible.

Contraindications

Avoid use in the case of renal impairment, pregnancy and breast feeding.

Preparations Available

Tablet, solution for injection

Sizes Available

Tablets
15 mg, pack of 28 
30 mg, pack of 28 

Injection ampoules
30 mg/10 ml, 10 ampoules
30 mg/1 ml, 10 ampoules 

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