Medetofix 50 50mcg
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Product introduction
Medetofix 50 50mcg is a prescription medicine used to provide sedation (a state of calm, drowsiness, or sleep) for adult patients in intensive care settings. It may also be used for awake sedation during diagnostic and surgical procedures.
Medetofix 50 50mcg is given as an infusion (drip) into a vein under the supervision of a healthcare professional. It is important to inform your doctor if you are suffering from any medical conditions like slow heart rate, low blood pressure, neurological disorder, severe liver problems, or have ever developed a serious fever after some medicines, especially after taking anesthesia. Your doctor will monitor the cardiac and respiratory state after providing this injection.
Common side effects of this medicine include dryness in the mouth, decreased blood pressure, and slow heart rate. Consult your doctor if these side effects do not improve with time or worsen. They may be able to suggest ways to prevent or reduce the side effects.
Medetofix 50 50mcg is given as an infusion (drip) into a vein under the supervision of a healthcare professional. It is important to inform your doctor if you are suffering from any medical conditions like slow heart rate, low blood pressure, neurological disorder, severe liver problems, or have ever developed a serious fever after some medicines, especially after taking anesthesia. Your doctor will monitor the cardiac and respiratory state after providing this injection.
Common side effects of this medicine include dryness in the mouth, decreased blood pressure, and slow heart rate. Consult your doctor if these side effects do not improve with time or worsen. They may be able to suggest ways to prevent or reduce the side effects.
Uses of Medetofix Injection
- Sedative
Side effects of Medetofix Injection
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Medetofix
- Dryness in mouth
- Decreased blood pressure
- Slow heart rate
How to use Medetofix Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How Medetofix Injection works
Medetofix 50 50mcg works by modulating the action of certain chemical messengers in the brain that relieves pain and induces sleep.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
Medetofix 50 50mcg may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Medetofix 50 50mcg 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.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Medetofix 50 50mcg is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
NOT RELEVANT
Not relevant, as Medetofix 50 50mcg is intended for use in hospitalised patients.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Medetofix 50 50mcg is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Medetofix 50 50mcg is recommended.
Liver
CAUTION
Medetofix 50 50mcg should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Medetofix 50 50mcg may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
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Quick tips
- Medetofix 50 50mcg 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.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Imidazole Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
NEURO CNS
Action Class
Centrally Acting Alpha-2 Agonist- Sedative Agents
Interaction with drugs
Taking Medetofix with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Although the likelihood is low, concurrent use may cause a slow heart rate.
Monitor your heart rate regularly and talk to your doctor if you notice persistently low heart rate.
Although the likelihood is low, concurrent use may cause a slow heart rate.
Monitor your heart rate regularly and talk to your doctor if you notice persistently low heart rate.
Patient concerns
FAQs
What is Medetofix 50 50mcg used for?
Medetofix 50 50mcg 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).
Is Medetofix 50 50mcg a controlled substance?
Medetofix 50 50mcg is a sedative that belongs to a class of drugs called centrally active selective 2A agonists.It is not a controlled drug/substance
Is Medetofix 50 50mcg approved by FDA?
Yes, Medetofix 50 50mcg approved by FDA
Does Medetofix 50 50mcg cause amnesia?
Medetofix 50 50mcg 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.
How does Medetofix 50 50mcg work?
Medetofix 50 50mcg activates the central 2A receptors which causes sedation and analgesia.
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Name: Varenyam Healthcare Pvt Ltd
Address: 2, Vitrag Appartment, Karelibaug, Vadodara-390018, Gujarat, INDIA
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: March, 2025
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Medetofix 50 50mcg. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
Expires on or after: March, 2025
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Medetofix 50 50mcg. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
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Email ID: [email protected]Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
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