Antizol (Intravenous)
fomepizoleis an antidote to certain types of poison.
fomepizoleis used to treat poisoning with ethylene glycol (antifreeze) or methanol (contained in solvents, fuels, and other household or automotive chemicals). Fomepizole is sometimes used together with hemodialysis to rid the body of a poison.
fomepizole也可以用于本药物指南中未列出的目的。
用途
What isAntizol (Intravenous)used for?
- Methanol Poisoning
- Ethylene Glycol Poisoning
警告
What is the most important information I should know aboutAntizol (Intravenous)?
If possible before you receive fomepizole, tell your doctor if you have:
- an allergy to any drug;
- kidney disease or if you are unable to urinate; or
- if you recently drank alcohol.
FDA怀孕类别C.尚不清楚fomepizole是否会伤害未出生的婴儿。告诉医生您是否怀孕。
尚不清楚fomepizole是否进入母乳或可能会伤害养育婴儿。告诉医生您是否正在母乳喂养婴儿。
In an emergency situation, it may not be possible before you are treated with fomepizole to tell your caregivers if you are pregnant or breast-feeding. However, make sure any doctor caring for your pregnancy or your baby knows that you have received this medicine.
Side Effects
What are the side effects ofAntizol (Intravenous)?
如果您有任何一个，请获得紧急医疗帮助signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Tell your caregiver right away if you have:
- skin rash, bruising, severe tingling, numbness, pain, muscle weakness.
- severe nausea, severe dizziness or spinning sensation; or
- a light-headed feeling, like you might pass out.
Common side effects may include:
- headache;
- dizziness, drowsiness;
- nausea; or
- unpleasant or metallic taste in your mouth.
这不是一个complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Can I takeAntizol (Intravenous)if I’m pregnant or breastfeeding?
FDA怀孕类别C.尚不清楚fomepizole是否会伤害未出生的婴儿。告诉医生您是否怀孕。
尚不清楚fomepizole是否进入母乳或可能会伤害养育婴儿。告诉医生您是否正在母乳喂养婴儿。
互动
What drugs and food should I avoid while takingAntizol (Intravenous)?
Follow your doctor's instructions about any restrictions on food, beverages, or activity.
Dosage Guidelines & Tips
How to takeAntizol (Intravenous)?
UseAntizol (Intravenous)exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
fomepizoleis injected into a vein through an IV. A healthcare provider will give you this injection.
You may be given other medicines and IV fluids as part of your treatment.
在接收fomepizole时，将密切注意呼吸，血压，氧气水平，肾功能和其他生命体征。您的血液和尿液也需要在治疗期间经常进行测试，并且可能需要使用心电图或ECG检查您的心脏功能（有时称为EKG）。
You will also be watched for any effects of the poisoning, such as problems with vision, breathing, or urination.
Because you will receive fomepizole in a clinical setting, you are not likely to miss a dose.
Overdose Signs
What happens if I overdose onAntizol (Intravenous)?
Since this medicine is given by a healthcare professional in a medical setting, an overdose is unlikely to occur.