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PHENYLEPHRINE-10MG
PARENTERAL
Not Returnable
Apr-24
Prescription drug
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Country of origin

India
Other Info - PHR0001

FAQs

Phrintec 10 mg Injection 1 ml contains Phenylephrine that works by constricting and narrowing blood vessels by acting on alpha receptors. Thus, it increases blood pressure and decreases heart rate.
Phenylephrine in Phrintec 10 mg Injection 1 ml may worsen heart failure due to constriction of blood vessels. Therefore, inform your doctor if you have heart failure or any other heart problem before receiving Phrintec 10 mg Injection 1 ml.
Phrintec 10 mg Injection 1 ml may cause a headache as a temporary side effect. However, if the condition persists or worsens, please inform your doctor.

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Alcohol

Caution

You are advised to be careful when drinking alcohol while you are receiving Phrintec 10 mg Injection 1 ml. However, if you have any concerns regarding this, please discuss them with your doctor.

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Pregnancy

Consult your doctor

Limited data is available on the effect of Phrintec 10 mg Injection 1 ml in pregnancy. Hence, if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy, inform your doctor before receiving Phrintec 10 mg Injection 1 ml.

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Breast Feeding

Consult your doctor

Limited data is available on the effect of Phrintec 10 mg Injection 1 ml on breastfeeding. Hence, if you are a nursing mother, inform your doctor before receiving Phrintec 10 mg Injection 1 ml.

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Driving

Consult your doctor

Discuss with your doctor if you want to drive or operate machinery after receiving Phrintec 10 mg Injection 1 ml.

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Liver

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If you have a pre-existing history of liver disease, inform your doctor before receiving Phrintec 10 mg Injection 1 ml. Your doctor may adjust the dose of this medicine or prescribe a suitable alternative based on your condition.

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Kidney

Consult your doctor

If you have a pre-existing or a history of kidney diseases, inform your doctor before receiving Phrintec 10 mg Injection 1 ml. Your doctor may adjust the dose of this medicine or prescribe a suitable alternative based on your condition.

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Children

Consult your doctor

If you have any concerns regarding the use of Phrintec 10 mg Injection 1 ml in children, please consult your doctor.

About Phrintec 10 mg Injection 1 ml

Phrintec 10 mg Injection 1 ml belongs to a class of medications called anti-hypotensives used to treat hypotension (low blood pressure) caused by spinal anaesthesia, circulatory failure or certain other medicines. Also, it is used to treat low blood pressure during surgery or after an injury. Hypotension is a condition in which the blood flows through the blood vessels at lower than normal pressures. Low blood pressure symptoms include tiredness, dizziness, light-headedness, loss of consciousness, nausea, depression, blurry vision, or clammy (wet or sweaty) skin.

Phrintec 10 mg Injection 1 ml contains Phenylephrine that works by constricting and narrowing blood vessels by acting on alpha receptors. Thus, it increases blood pressure and decreases heart rate.

Phrintec 10 mg Injection 1 ml will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer. In some cases, you may experience headache, vomiting, sweating, nervousness, tremor, shortness of breath, difficulty in passing urine or irregular heartbeat. Most of these side effects of Phrintec 10 mg Injection 1 ml do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to Phenylephrine or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before receiving Phrintec 10 mg Injection 1 ml. Discuss with your doctor if you want to drive or operate machinery after receiving Phrintec 10 mg Injection 1 ml. Caution is advised when drinking alcohol while you are receiving Phrintec 10 mg Injection 1 ml.

Uses of Phrintec 10 mg Injection 1 ml

Hypotension (low blood pressure)

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Medicinal Benefits

Phrintec 10 mg Injection 1 ml contains Phenylephrine, an anti-hypotensive agent used to treat low blood pressure caused by spinal anaesthesia, circulatory failure or certain other medicines. Also, it is used to treat low blood pressure during surgery or after an injury. It works by constricting and narrowing blood vessels by acting on alpha receptors. Thus, it increases blood pressure and decreases heart rate.

Directions for Use

Phrintec 10 mg Injection 1 ml will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer.

Side Effects of Phrintec 10 mg Injection 1 ml

  • Headache
  • Vomiting
  • Sweating
  • Nervousness
  • Tremor
  • Shortness of breath
  • Difficulty in passing urine
  • Irregular heartbeat

Drug Warnings

Please tell your doctor if you are allergic to Phenylephrine or other medicines. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before receiving Phrintec 10 mg Injection 1 ml. Discuss with your doctor if you want to drive or operate machinery after receiving Phrintec 10 mg Injection 1 ml. Caution is advised when drinking alcohol while you are receiving Phrintec 10 mg Injection 1 ml. Phrintec 10 mg Injection 1 ml should not be given to you if you are taking or have taken monoamine oxidase (MAO) inhibitor medicines (used for depression) in the past 14 days.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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PhenylephrineSevoflurane
Critical
PhenylephrinePropofol
Critical

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

Drug-Diseases Interactions

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No Drug - Disease interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • IMIPRAMINE
  • LINEZOLID
  • PHENELZINE
  • IPRONIAZID
  • NIALAMIDE
  • OXYTOCIN
  • GUANETHIDINE
  • QUINIDINE
  • ATOMOXETINE
  • ATROPINE
  • LITHIUM
  • Pergolide
  • BROMOCRIPTINE

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Eat small meals more frequently.
  • Drink plenty of fluids to stay hydrated as dehydration may reduce blood volume resulting in low blood pressure.
  • Include vitamin B12-rich foods such as animal meats, eggs, fortified cereals, and nutritional yeast.
  • Eat foods rich in folates such as beans, asparagus, lentils, leafy greens, citrus fruits, liver, and eggs.
  • Try to eat smoked fish, canned soup, pickled items, cottage cheese, and olives, as salty foods can also increase blood pressure.
  • Take frequent breaks if you exercise outdoors in extreme heat.
  • Avoid spending a long time in hot tubs, steam rooms, and saunas to prevent dehydration.