What is Vasostrict?
Vasostrict can be used to raise blood pressure in adults suffering from potentially life-threatening high blood pressure after other treatments haven't worked.Vasostrict can also be used for reasons not mentioned in this medication guide.
Side effects of Vasostrict
Contact a medical professional immediately. If you notice symptoms or warning signs of an allergic reaction, such as hives, difficulty breathing, or swelling of your lips, face, or tongue,
Inform your medical professionals immediately if you suffer from:
- Extreme numbness or tingling sensations in your feet or hands;
- Blue lips or fingernails,
- Strange skin changes to your skin (sores or the appearance of tightness, discoloration, or pain) Particularly in your feet and lower legs;
- Chest pain, tightness, or trouble breathing;
- Heart rate that is irregular or slow, or breathing rate;
- Unusual bleeding;
- Severe stomach pain, nausea, and vomiting;
- Kidney issues: swelling, less urination, feeling fatigued or short of breath,
- Low blood sodium: headache, confusion, issues with memory or thinking, and weakness It can also cause a feeling of unsteadiness.
Common adverse effects of Vasostrict include:
- Irregular heartbeats;
- Low blood sodium levels;
- Low blood pressure, dizziness, spinning sensation;
- Stomach pain, gas, nausea, vomiting,
- White skin, numbness, or tingling on your toes or fingers.
This isn't a complete list of all the side effects. Other side effects could be present. Consult your physician to seek medical advice on the effects. You can report adverse reactions to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
Similar/related drugs
Hydrochlorothiazide, amiodarone, lidocaine, flecainide, epinephrine, ranitidine, and simethicone
Warnings
Follow your doctor's advice on the kind and quantity of liquids that you can consume. In some instances, drinking too much fluid could be as harmful as drinking insufficiently.If you get Vasostrict in an emergency situation, be sure that your physician who follows up knows that you have received Vasostrict.
Before you take this drug
You shouldn't take this medicine if you are sensitive to Vasostrict or chlorobutanol.
If you can, in an emergency situation, tell your medical professional whether you've had any of the following:
- Heart issues, coronary heart disease, or coronary (clogged the arteries).
If you are given Vasostrict in an emergency situation, make sure that your subsequent doctor is aware that you have received this medication.Vasostrict may create preterm birth contractions. If you are able to do so in an emergency situation, inform your medical professional if you're nursing or pregnant.
How to take Vasostrict?
Vasostrict is injected into a vein. The healthcare professional will give you the injection.You'll require regular medical examinations. Your heart rate as well as your blood pressure are constantly monitored.
What happens if I miss the dose?
When you are in an urgent medical situation, it is unlikely to skip the dose.
What happens if I overdose?
In a medical environment, an overdose could be immediately treated.
What should be avoided?
Follow your doctor's advice regarding any limitations on foods, drinks, or any activity.
Interaction with other drug
A variety of drugs can impact Vasostrict. This includes prescription and over-the-counter medicine, vitamins, and herbal supplements. There are not all the interactions mentioned here. Inform your doctor about any other medications you are taking.
