Xamdex 50mcg Injection

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Composition FOR Xamdex 50mcg Injection

Dexmedetomidine(50mcg)

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No interaction found/established
Xamdex 50mcg Injection may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
UNSAFE
Xamdex 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
Xamdex 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 Xamdex 50mcg Injection

Dexmedetomidine(50mcg)

Xamdex injection uses

{med_name} is used as sedative.

How xamdex injection works

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

Common side effects of xamdex injection

Dryness in mouth, Decreased blood pressure, Slow heart rate

SUBSTITUTES FOR Xamdex Injection

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  • Dexem 50mcg Injection
    (1 ml Injection in vial)
    Themis Medicare Ltd
    Rs. 235/ml of 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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  • Dexit 50mcg Injection
    (0.5 ml Injection in vial)
    Troikaa Pharmaceuticals Ltd
    Rs. 271/ml of Injection
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  • Dextomid 50mcg Injection
    (1 ml Injection in vial)
    Neon Laboratories Ltd
    Rs. 206/ml of Injection
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  • Dexmeto 50mcg Injection
    (0.5 ml Injection in vial)
    Miracalus Pharma Pvt Ltd
    Rs. 235/ml of Injection
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Expert advice FOR Xamdex 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 Xamdex 50mcg Injection

Dexmedetomidine

Q. What is Xamdex 50mcg Injection used for?
Xamdex 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 Xamdex 50mcg Injection a controlled substance?
Xamdex 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 Xamdex 50mcg Injection approved by FDA?
Yes, Xamdex 50mcg Injection approved by FDA
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Q. Does Xamdex 50mcg Injection cause amnesia?
Xamdex 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 Xamdex 50mcg Injection work?
Xamdex 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)