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Ephedrine hydrochloride - Aguettant Ltd

Aguettant

Description

A non-specific adrenoceptor agonist.

For reversible airway obstruction by mouth
Adult: 15–60 mg 3 times a day.

Nasal congestion, sinusitis affecting the maxillary antrum by intranasal administration
Child 12-17 years: Apply 1–2 drops up to 4 times a day as required for a maximum of 7 days, to be instilled into each nostril, administer ephedrine 0.5% nasal drops.
Adult: Apply 1–2 drops up to 4 times a day as required for a maximum of 7 days, to be instilled into each nostril.

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

Solution for injection

Sizes Available

Solution for injection
30 mg/10 ml, 1 pre-filled syringe
30 mg/10 ml, 12 pre-filled syringes

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