Metaraminol (Metaraminol)
Overview of Metaraminol
Metaraminol (Bitartrate) is a mixed acting sympathomimetic agent that is similar to norepinephrine in its actions, although Metaraminol (Bitartrate) is less potent. Metaraminol (Bitartrate) is administered intramuscularly or intravenously.
Indication of Metaraminol
Metaraminol is primarily indicated in conditions like Acid-related dyspepsia, Acute hypotension, Hypotension, Shock, and can also be given in adjunctive therapy as an alternative drug of choice in Brain tumors, Priapism, Trauma.
Contraindication of Metaraminol
Metaraminol is contraindicated in conditions like Hypersensitivity.
Side Effects of Metaraminol
The severe or irreversible adverse effects of Metaraminol, which give rise to further complications include Convulsions, Tachycardia, Confusion, Insomnia, Tissue necrosis, Abscess formation, Sloughing, Tremors.,Metaraminol produces potentially life-threatening effects which include Cardiac arrhythmia, Sinus tachycardia, Ventricular tachycardia. which are responsible for the discontinuation of Metaraminol therapy.,The signs and symptoms that are produced after the acute overdosage of Metaraminol include Pulmonary edema, Hypertension.,The symptomatic adverse reactions produced by Metaraminol are more or less tolerable and if they become severe, they can be treated symptomatically, these include Dizziness, Headache, Anxiety, Dyspnea, Nausea and vomiting.
Precautions of Metaraminol
Metaraminol should be used with caution in heart disease, thyroid disease, hypertension & diabetes. It should be used in large vein to avoid necrosis & sloughing of surrounding tissues. Cautions should be taken during pregnancy.