Inapsine (Injectable)
Droperidol is a sedative, tranquilizer, and anti-nausea medicine.
Droperidol is used to reduce nausea and vomiting caused by surgery or other medical procedures.
Droperidol may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
用途
What isInapsine (Injectable)used for?
- Nausea/Vomiting
- Nausea/Vomiting -- Postoperative
警告
What is the most important information I should know aboutInapsine (Injectable)?
You should not be treated with droperidol if you are allergic to it, or if you have a personal or family history of long QT syndrome.
Tell your doctor if you have ever had:
- congestive heart failure;
- very slow heartbeats;
- high blood pressure;
- an electrolyte imbalance (such as low levels of potassium or magnesium in your blood);
- liver or kidney disease;
- pheochromocytoma (tumor of the adrenal gland); or
- alcoholism.
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Side Effects
What are the side effects ofInapsine (Injectable)?
如果有紧急医疗帮助过敏反应的迹象：hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Tell your caregivers right away if you have:
- 快速或跳动的心跳，胸部飘动，呼吸急促和突然的头晕（就像您可能昏倒的一样）；
- slow heart rate, weak pulse, fainting, slow breathing (breathing may stop);
- confusion, hallucinations;
- bronchospasm (wheezing, chest tightness, trouble breathing);
- twitching or uncontrollable movements of your eyes, tongue, jaw, or neck; or
- severe nervous system reaction--very stiff (rigid) muscles, high fever, sweating, confusion, fast or uneven heartbeats, tremors.
Serious side effects may be more likely in older adults.
Common side effects include:
- fast heart rate;
- drowsiness, dizziness; or
- feeling restless, anxious, or uneasy.
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 takeInapsine (Injectable)if I’m pregnant or breastfeeding?
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
互动
What drugs and food should I avoid while takingInapsine (Injectable)?
Follow your doctor's instructions about any restrictions on food, beverages, or activity.
Dosage Guidelines & Tips
How to takeInapsine (Injectable)?
UseInapsine (Injectable)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.
Before you receive droperidol, your heart function may need to be checked using an electrocardiograph or ECG (sometimes called an EKG).
Droperidol is injected into a muscle, under the skin, or into a vein. You will receive this injection in a medical setting prior to and/or during your surgery or medical procedure.
Your breathing, blood pressure, oxygen levels, kidney function, and other vital signs will be watched closely.
Since droperidol is used when needed, it does not have a daily dosing schedule.
Overdose Signs
What happens if I overdose onInapsine (Injectable)?
In a medical setting an overdose would be treated quickly.