Dexem 50mcg Injection

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Rs.235for 1 vial(s) (1 ml Injection each)
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Composition FOR Dexem 50mcg Injection

Dexmedetomidine(50mcg)

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pregnancy interaction for Dexem Injection

lactation interaction for Dexem Injection

food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
No interaction found/established
Dexem 50mcg Injection may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
UNSAFE
Dexem 50mcg Injection may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Dexem 50mcg Injection is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

SALT INFORMATION FOR Dexem 50mcg Injection

Dexmedetomidine(50mcg)

Dexem injection uses

{med_name} is used as sedative.

How dexem injection works

Dexem 50mcg Injection works by modulating the action of certain chemical messengers in the brain that relieves pain and induces sleep.

Common side effects of dexem injection

Dryness in mouth, Decreased blood pressure, Slow heart rate

SUBSTITUTES FOR Dexem Injection

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  • Medetofix 50 50mcg
    (0.5 ml Injection in ampoule)
    Varenyam Healthcare Pvt Ltd
    Rs. 297/ml of Injection
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    Rs. 306
    pay 26% more per ml of Injection
  • Dexit 50mcg Injection
    (0.5 ml Injection in vial)
    Troikaa Pharmaceuticals Ltd
    Rs. 271/ml of Injection
    generic_icon
    Rs. 280
    pay 15% more per ml of Injection
  • Dextomid 50mcg Injection
    (1 ml Injection in vial)
    Neon Laboratories Ltd
    Rs. 206/ml of Injection
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    Rs. 212
    save 12% more per ml of Injection
  • Xamdex 50mcg Injection
    (0.5 ml Injection in vial)
    Abbott
    Rs. 242/ml of Injection
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    Rs. 250
    pay 3% more per ml of Injection
  • Dex K 50mcg Injection
    (1 Injection in vial)
    Aishwarya Healthcare
    Rs. 235/Injection
    Injection
    Rs. 242
    same price

Expert advice FOR Dexem Injection

  • Dexmedetomidine is given as an infusion into the veins by healthcare professionals only.
  • Your doctor will closely monitor your heart rate, blood pressure, breathing rate and oxygen level during the treatment.
  • Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Frequently asked questions FOR Dexem 50mcg Injection

Dexmedetomidine

Q. What is Dexem 50mcg Injection used for?
Dexem 50mcg Injection is used to provide sedation (a state of calm, drowsiness, or sleep) for adult patients in intensive care settings (i.e. in initially intubated and mechanically ventilated patients or non-intubated patients prior to and/or during surgical and other procedures).
Q. Is Dexem 50mcg Injection a controlled substance?
Dexem 50mcg Injection is a sedative that belongs to a class of drugs called centrally active selective 2A agonists.It is not a controlled drug/substance
Q. Is Dexem 50mcg Injection approved by FDA?
Yes, Dexem 50mcg Injection approved by FDA
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Q. Does Dexem 50mcg Injection cause amnesia?
Dexem 50mcg Injection is given as an infusion (drip) into veins. It may cause pain at the injection site and low heart rate (bradycardia). It does not cause amnesia.
Q. How does Dexem 50mcg Injection work?
Dexem 50mcg Injection activates the central 2A receptors which causes sedation and analgesia.

Content on this page was last updated on 29 November, 2023, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)