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Adren 1 mg Injection 1 ml is used to treat cardiac arrest, hypotension due to septic shock and life-threatening allergic reactions. It contains Adrenaline which improves blood flow, relaxes the muscles, and increases mean arterial blood pressure. In some cases, this medicine may cause side effects such as difficulty breathing, blurred vision, headache, dizziness, mood or mental changes, and an increase in blood pressure. Inform the doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, taking any other medication, or have any pre-existing medical conditions.
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Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
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More about the Product

Composition :

ADRENALINE-1MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Medilife Health Sciences Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

Parenteral

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Adren 1 mg Injection 1 ml

Adren 1 mg Injection 1 ml belongs to a class of medicines called 'sympathomimetic', primarily used for the treatment of cardiac arrest, hypotension due to septic shock and life-threatening allergic reactions. Cardiac arrest is a sudden loss of blood flow resulting from the failure of the heart to pump effectively. Severe allergic reactions, including anaphylaxis due to foods, drugs, insect stings, bites, or other allergens. It may cause symptoms like breathing difficulty, facial swelling, dizziness, confusion and hives.

Adren 1 mg Injection 1 ml contains 'adrenaline', also called epinephrine. Adren 1 mg Injection 1 ml is used to increase blood flow to the heart and increase the chance of restoring a heartbeat in cardiac arrest. Adren 1 mg Injection 1 ml increases mean arterial blood pressure in adult patients with hypotension associated with septic shock. It is also used to increase blood flow through veins by constricting blood vessels and helps to relax the muscles, which block the airways and allow breathing to return to normal in allergic reactions due to foods, drugs, insect stings or bites or any other allergens.

Adren 1 mg Injection 1 ml is usually administered in the clinical/hospital setting under the supervision of a qualified healthcare professional. Adren 1 mg Injection 1 ml may cause common side effects like increased heart rate, difficulty breathing, blurred vision, headache, dizziness, mood or mental changes, and an increase in blood pressure. If these side effects persist, consult your doctor immediately.

Adren 1 mg Injection 1 ml should not be taken if you are allergic to it. Inform your doctor if you are using any medicines other than Adren 1 mg Injection 1 ml. Inform your doctor if you are a pregnant/breastfeeding woman. Do not use Adren 1 mg Injection 1 ml if the solution is discoloured. Adren 1 mg Injection 1 ml should be used with caution in brain disorders, pheochromocytoma (tumour on adrenal gland), pulmonary oedema, kidney impairment, liver impairment, hypertension, hyperthyroidism, diabetes mellitus, and narrow-angle glaucoma.

Uses of Adren 1 mg Injection 1 ml

Adren 1 mg Injection 1 ml is used in the treatment of cardiac arrest, hypotension due to septic shock, and life-threatening allergic reactions. The detailed uses of Adren 1 mg Injection 1 ml are as follows:

  • Anaphylaxis: Adren 1 mg Injection 1 ml is used as first-line treatment for severe allergic reactions; it rapidly reverses airway swelling, hypotension, and shock.
  • Cardiac Arrest: Adren 1 mg Injection 1 ml is used during CPR to restore the heart rhythm and improve blood flow.
  • Septic Shock: Adren 1 mg Injection 1 ml supports blood pressure and cardiac output in life-threatening infections.

Key Benefits

Adren 1 mg Injection 1 ml contains 'adrenaline'; it is also called epinephrine. It belongs to a class of medicines called 'sympathomimetic', primarily taken for the treatment of cardiac arrest, hypotension due to septic shock and life-threatening allergic reactions. Adren 1 mg Injection 1 ml works by increasing blood flow to the heart and also increases the chance of restoring a heartbeat in cardiac arrest. Adren 1 mg Injection 1 ml increases mean arterial blood pressure in adult patients with hypotension associated with septic shock. It is also used to increase blood flow through veins by constricting blood vessels and helps to relax the muscles, which block the airways and allow breathing to return to normal in allergic reactions due to foods, drugs, insect stings or bites or any other allergens. Adren 1 mg Injection 1 ml is also used in the treatment of bradycardia(slow heart rate), mydriasis( dilation of the pupil of the eye) and acute asthma.

Directions for Use

  • Your doctor will determine the appropriate dosage of Adren 1 mg Injection 1 ml based on your medical condition.
  • Adren 1 mg Injection 1 ml will be administered into a muscle (intramuscularly) by the doctor or nurse in a hospital. In emergency situations, the doctor may give you a diluted injection into a vein (intravenously).
  • Do not self-administer it.

How Adren 1 mg Injection 1 ml Works

Adren 1 mg Injection 1 ml contains 'adrenaline', also called epinephrine. Adren 1 mg Injection 1 ml is used to increase blood flow to the heart and increase the chance of restoring a heartbeat in cardiac arrest. Adren 1 mg Injection 1 ml increases mean arterial blood pressure in adult patients with hypotension associated with septic shock. It is also used to increase blood flow through veins by constricting blood vessels and helps to relax the muscles, which block the airways and allow breathing to return to normal in allergic reactions due to foods, drugs, insect stings or bites or any other allergens.
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Alcohol

Caution

Avoid or limit consumption of alcohol while on treatment with Adren 1 mg Injection 1 ml.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Adren 1 mg Injection 1 ml is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before receiving this medicine.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Adren 1 mg Injection 1 ml is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before receiving this medicine.

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Driving

Caution

After receiving this medicine, do not drive or operate machines which need high concentration as it may cause dizziness.

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Liver

Caution

Adren 1 mg Injection 1 ml should be used with caution in patients suffering from liver diseases due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Close monitoring of liver function tests is necessary while receiving this medicine. Depending on the clinical condition, appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required.

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Kidney

Caution

Adren 1 mg Injection 1 ml should be used with caution in patients with a history of kidney diseases due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Close monitoring of kidney function, appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition of the patient.

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Children

Caution

Adren 1 mg Injection 1 ml may be used in children, but dose adjustments should be made by the doctor based on the height and weight of the child. So please consult your doctor.

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Heart

Consult your doctor

It is unknown whether Adren 1 mg Injection 1 ml is safe for use in cardiac patients. Please consult your physician.

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Geriatrics

Consult your doctor

Limited information available for use of Adren 1 mg Injection 1 ml in elderly patients. Please consult your doctor.

What if I have taken an overdose of Adren 1 mg Injection 1 ml

Since Adren 1 mg Injection 1 ml is administered by a healthcare professional, an overdose is unlikely to occur. However, seek medical attention if you experience any unusual symptoms.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Eat fresh vegetables, nuts, beans and legumes.
  • Avoid alcohol
  • Quit smoking.
  • Avoid fatty foods and spicy foods.
  • Do regular exercise/walking to maintain good health.
  • Keep your surroundings clean and neat to avoid sting/insect bites.
  • Avoid contaminating your food in case of food allergies.

Have a query?

How Soon It Starts Working

The time required for Adren 1 mg Injection 1 ml to start to work: Adren 1 mg Injection 1 ml ideally shows its action within 1 to 2 minutes after administration. The time for which the effects of Adren 1 mg Injection 1 ml last: The effect of Adren 1 mg Injection 1 ml lasts for 4 hours.

What if you forget to take Adren 1 mg Injection 1 ml

Adren 1 mg Injection 1 ml is administered when needed, particularly in emergency situations, so there is no risk of missing a dose.

Storage

• Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight. • Keep Adren 1 mg Injection 1 ml out of sight and reach of children. • Non cold chain - To be stored in cool places at 10ºC to 25ºC or below 30ºC.

Drug Warnings

Adren 1 mg Injection 1 ml should not be taken if you are allergic to it. Inform your doctor if you are using any medicines other than Adren 1 mg Injection 1 ml. Inform your doctor if you are a pregnant/breastfeeding woman. Adren 1 mg Injection 1 ml should be used with caution in brain disorders, pheochromocytoma (tumour on adrenal gland), pulmonary oedema, kidney impairment, hypertension, and liver impairment. Adren 1 mg Injection 1 ml is not recommended for diabetes, Parkinson's disease, hyperthyroidism, narrow-angle glaucoma and cardiovascular diseases. Adren 1 mg Injection 1 ml is for emergency use only, and medical supervision of the patients is necessary after administration.

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Drug-Drug Interaction: Adren 1 mg Injection 1 ml may have interactions with anti-depressants (imipramine, amitriptyline), anti-cancer (Procarbazine), beta-blockers (propranolol), sympathomimetic agents (Oxytocin), alpha-blockers (phentolamine), adrenergic neuron blockers (guanethidine), bronchodilators (aminophylline, theophylline), anti-diabetic drugs (insulin), antihistamines (diphenhydramine), selective MAO inhibitors (linezolid), cardiac-glycosides (digoxin).

Drug-Food Interaction: Adren 1 mg Injection 1 ml may interact with alcohol.

Drug-Disease Interaction: Adren 1 mg Injection 1 ml is contraindicated in cardiovascular disorders, diabetes, Parkinson's disease, brain disorders, pulmonary oedema, kidney impairment, liver impairment, hypertension, narrow-angle glaucoma, pheochromocytoma (tumour on adrenal gland), diabetes or hyperthyroidism.

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Adren 1 mg Injection 1 ml is used to treat cardiac arrest, hypotension due to septic shock and life-threatening allergic reactions.

Adren 1 mg Injection 1 ml is used to increase blood flow to the heart and increase the chance of restoring a heartbeat in cardiac arrest. Adren 1 mg Injection 1 ml increases mean arterial blood pressure in adult patients with hypotension associated with septic shock. It is also used to increase blood flow through veins by constricting blood vessels and helps to relax the muscles, which block the airways and allow breathing to return to normal in allergic reactions due to foods, drugs, insect stings or bites or any other allergens.

Adren 1 mg Injection 1 ml is not recommended in thyrotoxicosis and narrow-angle glaucoma. It may worsen the patient's condition.

Adren 1 mg Injection 1 ml should be used with extreme caution in patients with brain damage or brain disorders such as stroke due to the increased risk of worsening the patient's condition. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition of the patient.

Adren 1 mg Injection 1 ml will be administered into a muscle (intramuscular - IM) by the doctor or nurse. However, in emergency situations, the doctor may give you a diluted injection into a vein (intravenous - IV). Do not self-administer Adren 1 mg Injection 1 ml.

Adren 1 mg Injection 1 ml should not be given in areas like your fingers, ears, toes, nose, genital area, or buttocks, as these areas may not have poor blood circulation. If repeated doses are needed, the doctor will choose a different injection site.

Do not be given Adren 1 mg Injection 1 ml if the solution is discoloured and if you are allergic to any of its ingredients.

If you experience any difficulty in breathing, sudden wheeziness, swelling of the eyelids, face or lips, rash or itching (especially affecting your whole body), consult the doctor immediately.

The side effects of Adren 1 mg Injection 1 ml include blurred vision, headache, dizziness, mood or mental changes, difficulty in breathing, increased heart rate and increase in blood pressure. Consult the doctor if any of these side effects persist or worsen.

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