Phenylephrine Hcl (Phenylephrine Hcl)
Overview of Phenylephrine Hcl
Phenylephrine Hcl is direct acting sympathomimetic agent. its effects are similar to those of norepinephrine, but it is less potent and has a longer duration of action. Phenylephrine Hcl is a vasoconstrictor (constrict blood vessels) and causes rise in blood pressure. It is used as a nasal decongestant. It promotes nasal drainage and relieves nasal stiffness. itused to relieve symptoms associated with sinus infections, cold, hay fever and allergies.
Indication of Phenylephrine Hcl
Phenylephrine Hcl is primarily indicated in conditions like Acid-related dyspepsia, Congestion, Hypotension.
Contraindication of Phenylephrine Hcl
Phenylephrine (HCl) is contraindicated in conditions like Angina,Hypertension,Hyperthyroidism,Myocardial infarction.
Side Effects of Phenylephrine Hcl
Phenylephrine (HCl) produces potentially life-threatening effects which include Bradycardia, Vomiting, Severe hypertension. which are responsible for the discontinuation of Phenylephrine (HCl) therapy.,The signs and symptoms that are produced after the acute overdosage of Phenylephrine (HCl) include Bradycardia, Rise in B.P..
Precautions of Phenylephrine Hcl
Phenylephrine should be used with caution in patients with hyperthyroidism, bradycardia, partial heart block. It should be used in large vein to avoid necrosis and sloughing of surrounding tissues. Phenylephrine 10% eye drops should be avoided or only used with extreme caution in infants and the elderly.