Vasculex Injection 5 ml
Rx10 mg/ml • Injection
Indications & Uses
Vasculex injection is used to treat significant low blood pressure that occurs mainly due to blood vessel widening during anesthesia.
Dosage Reference
Reference Information Only
Dosages shown are general references from official sources. Always consult your doctor or pharmacist for personalized dosing.
Adults:
Dosing to raise blood pressure during anaesthesia: The usual starting dose is 40 to 100 mcg given as an intravenous bolus. Further boluses may be given every 1-2 minutes as needed, but no more than 200 mcg should be given in any single dose. Do not use the solution if it appears coloured, cloudy, or contains visible particles. Discard any portion that is not used.
Side Effects
Side effects of Vasculex mainly result from its pharmacologic activity being stronger than intended. Reports from published clinical studies, observational trials, and case reports have noted reactions such as reflex bradycardia, ischemia, high blood pressure, vomiting, nausea, neck pain, and tremors, affecting various body systems.
Cautions & Contraindications
Warnings & Precautions
Exacerbation of Angina, Heart Failure, or Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension: Because of its increasing blood pressure effects, Vasculex can precipitate angina in patients with severe arteriosclerosis or history of angina, exacerbate underlying heart failure, and increase pulmonary arterial pressure.Bradycardia: Vasculex can cause severe bradycardia and decreased cardiac output.Renal Toxicity: Vasculex can increase the need for renal replacement therapy in patients with septic shock. Monitor renal function.