Manufacturer: Abbott
Salt Composition : Isoxsuprine(5mg/ml)
Vial of 1 Injection
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Duvadilan IM/IV 5mg Injection is given as an injection under the supervision of a doctor. It should be taken as your doctor's advice. The dose and how often you take it depends on what you are taking it for. Your doctor will decide how much you need to improve your symptoms. You should take this medicine for as long as it is prescribed for you.
Duvadilan IM/IV 5mg Injection is a beta-adrenergic agonist. It works by preventing the contractions of the smooth muscles in the uterus. Thus, it relaxes the uterus to prevent premature labor.
Isoxsuprine (1-(4-hydroxyphenyl)-2-(1-methyl-2-phenoxyethylamino)-1-propanol, CAS 395-28-8) is a peripheral vasodilator that also stimulates beta-adrenergic receptors. It causes a direct relaxation of vascular and uterine smooth muscles and produces positive inotropic and chronotropic effects.
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Duvadilan
Dizziness
Palpitations
If you are allergic to this medicine
In patients with abnormally low blood pressure
In patients with bleeding from an artery
Fast heartbeat
Recent bleeding
Duvadilan IM/IV 5mg Injection is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Duvadilan IM/IV 5mg Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Duvadilan IM/IV 5mg Injection is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Use with caution
Below 9years: Contraindicated
This medication is a vasodilator, prescribed for peripheral vascular disease, relief of symptoms associated with cerebrovascular insufficiency, and premature labor.
If you use other drugs or over the counter products at the same time, the effects of Duvadilan IM/IV Injection may change. This may increase your risk for side-effects or cause your drug not to work properly. Tell your doctor about all the drugs, vitamins, and herbal supplements you are using, so that you doctor can help you prevent or manage drug interactions. Duvadilan IM/IV Injection may interact with the following drugs and products:
Aripiprazole
Loxapine
Promethazine
Selegiline
Tizanidine
Kindly do not self administer.
Store below 25°C
If you miss a dose of Duvadilan IM/IV 5mg Injection, please consult your doctor.
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
You have been prescribed Duvadilan IM/IV 5mg Injection for the treatment of premature labor.
It may also be used in the treatment of peripheral vascular diseases.
Avoid stress or any kind of strenuous activity to prevent premature labor
Duvadilan IM/IV 5mg Injection may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Don't drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
Inform your doctor if you experience a rash or irregular heartbeats or if you have bleeding disorders, glaucoma, or heart disease.
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Q. What is Duvadilan IM/IV 5mg Injection and what is it used for?
Duvadilan IM/IV 5mg Injection contains a medicine called Isoxsuprine. It is used in the treatment of premature labor, a condition when uterus starts contracting too early than usual. It may also be used in the treatment of peripheral vascular diseases.
Q. How and in what dose should I take Duvadilan IM/IV 5mg Injection?
It is given as an injection, only at the hospital or clinic by the medical healthcare professional. The dose is decided by the doctor, depending on the contraction pattern or the current medical situation of the patient.
Q. What are the possible side effects of using Duvadilan IM/IV 5mg Injection?
The common side effects associated with Duvadilan IM/IV 5mg Injection, are tachycardia, palpitations, hypotension, dizziness, and flushing. However, these conditions are manageable in hospital settings.
