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Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD

Esmotor Injection is used for the short-term treatment of tachycardia (heartbeats too fast). It is also used during and straight after surgery to treat high blood pressure and/or fast heartbeat. It contains Esmolol, which works by controlling the force and rate of heartbeat. It also helps reduce the blood pressure. Thereby, it helps slow down the heart rate and reduce blood pressure. In some cases, Esmotor Injection may cause side effects such as a fall in blood pressure, excessive sweating, loss of appetite, and headache.

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Synonym :

ESMOLOL HYDROCHLORIDE

Composition :

ESMOLOL-10MG/ML

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Celon Laboratories Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

PARENTERAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

About Esmotor Injection

Esmotor Injection belongs to the group of medicines called beta-blockers used for the short-term treatment of fast heartbeat. It is also used during and straight after surgery to treat high blood pressure and/or fast heartbeat.

Esmotor Injection contains Esmolol, which works by controlling the force and rate of heartbeat. It also helps reduce the blood pressure. Thereby, it helps slow down the heart rate and reduce blood pressure.

In some cases, Esmotor Injection may cause side effects such as a fall in blood pressure, excessive sweating, loss of appetite, and headache. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if the side effects persist or worsen.

Do not use Esmotor Injection if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Esmotor Injection is not recommended for children below 18 years as the efficacy and safety have not been established. Inform your doctor about all the medicines you are taking and your health condition to rule out any unpleasant side effects/interactions.

Uses of Esmotor Injection

Treatment of Fast heartbeat and high blood pressure

Directions for Use

Esmotor Injection will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer.

Medicinal Benefits

Esmotor Injection belongs to the group of medicines called beta-blockers used for the short-term treatment of tachycardia (heartbeats too fast). It is also used during and straight after surgery to treat high blood pressure and/or fast heartbeat. Esmotor Injection contains Esmolol, which works by controlling the force and rate of heartbeat. It also helps reduce the blood pressure. Thereby, it helps slow down the heart rate and reduce blood pressure.

How Esmotor Injection Works

Esmotor Injection contains Esmolol, which works by controlling the force and rate of heartbeat. It also helps reduce the blood pressure. Thereby, it helps slow down the heart rate and reduce blood pressure.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight
Side effects of Esmotor Injection 10 ml
Managing Low Blood Pressure Triggered by Medication: Expert Advice:
  • If you experience low blood pressure symptoms like dizziness, lightheadedness, or fainting while taking medication, seek immediate medical attention.
  • Make lifestyle modifications and adjust your medication regimen under medical guidance to manage low blood pressure.
  • As your doctor advises, regularly check your blood pressure at home. Record your readings to detect any changes and share them with your doctor.
  • Fluid intake plays a vital role in managing blood pressure by maintaining blood volume, regulating blood pressure, and supporting blood vessel function. Drinking enough fluids helps prevent dehydration, maintain electrolyte balance, and regulate fluid balance.
  • Take regular breaks to sit or lie down if you need to stand for long periods.
  • When lying down, elevate your head with extra pillows to help improve blood flow.
  • Avoid heavy exercise or strenuous activities that can worsen low blood pressure.
  • Wear compression socks as your doctor advises to enhance blood flow, reduce oedema, and control blood pressure.
  • If symptoms persist or worsen, or if you have concerns about your condition, seek medical attention for personalized guidance and care.
  • Always wear loose-fitting clothes which are suitable for your activity.
  • Include the diet containing fruits like watermelon, grapes, bananas and green leafy vegetables.
  • Drink plenty of water and stay hydrated.
  • Avoid moving more and staying in hot sun.
Overcome Medication-Induced Nausea: A 9-Step Plan
  • Inform your doctor about the nausea and discuss possible alternatives to the medication or adjustments to the dosage.
  • Divide your daily food intake into smaller, more frequent meals to reduce nausea.
  • Opt for bland, easily digestible foods like crackers, toast, plain rice, bananas, and applesauce.
  • Avoid certain foods that can trigger nausea, such as fatty, greasy, spicy, and smelly foods.
  • Drink plenty of fluids, such as water, clear broth, or electrolyte-rich beverages like coconut water or sports drinks.
  • Use ginger (tea, ale, or candies) to help relieve nausea.
  • Get adequate rest and also avoid strenuous activities that can worsen nausea.
  • Talk to your doctor about taking anti-nausea medication if your nausea is severe.
  • Record when your nausea occurs, what triggers it, and what provides relief to help you identify patterns and manage your symptoms more effectively.
To prevent, manage, and treat Constipation caused by medication usage, follow these steps:
  • Preventing Vomiting (Before it Happens)
  • Take medication exactly as prescribed by your doctor. This can help minimize side effects, including vomiting.
  • Having a small meal before taking your medication can help reduce nausea and vomiting.
  • Talk to your doctor about taking anti-nausea medication along with your prescribed medication.
  • Managing Vomiting (If it Happens)
  • Try taking ginger in the form of tea, ale, or candy to help alleviate nausea and vomiting.
  • What to Do if Vomiting Persists
  • Consult your doctor if vomiting continues or worsens, consult the doctor for guidance on adjusting your medication or additional treatment.
  • Injection site reaction can include numbness or redness.
  • Get a physical examination, follow your doctor's instructions, if it worsens or gets swollen.
  • Apply cold compress for pain relief.
  • Practice good hygiene and keep the injection site away from heat and pressure.
  • Burning sensation at the infusion site is an abnormal side effect that needs medical attention.
  • Focused exercises or massaging that particular organ slowly can reduce pain.
  • Do not retake the same medicine that caused a burning sensation.
  • Burning feeling in a specific area would need relaxing that particular part. Talk to your doctor before applying a cold compress.

What if I have taken an overdose of Esmotor Injection

As Esmotor Injection is a parenteral formulation administered by experienced medical staff, the chance of overdose may be less. However, if you think there has been an overdose or experiencing any adverse events, get medical care right away. Overdose of Esmotor Injection may cause bradycardia, AV block of any degree, complete AV dissociation, decreased contractility, cardiogenic shock, asystole, and pulseless electrical activity.

Drug Warnings

Esmotor Injection should not be used if you are allergic to any of its components if you have a very slow heartbeat, severe heart block, low blood pressure, problems with blood supply to the heart, serious heart failure symptoms, phaeochromocytoma (hormone-secreting tumour occurring in the adrenal glands), asthma symptoms that are worsening rapidly, or metabolic acidosis (increased levels of acid in the body). Inform the doctor if you are being treated for certain heart rhythm disorders/heart problems or if you are taking other heart medicines if you have high blood pressure, diabetes, asthma, heart failure, heart block, skin problems, chest pain/angina, circulatory problems, kidney problems, psoriasis, or hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid). Esmotor Injection is not recommended during pregnancy, breastfeeding, and for children below 18 years.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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How does the drug interact with Esmotor Injection 10 ml:
The combination of Esmotor Injection 10 ml and clonidine may reduce your blood pressure and lower your heart rate.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Esmotor Injection 10 ml and Clonidine, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you may experience a sluggish heartbeat, headaches, dizziness, or the sensation of passing out, consult the doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting the doctor.
How does the drug interact with Esmotor Injection 10 ml:
Using Esmotor Injection 10 ml with Tizanidine can increase the risk of side effects like low blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Esmotor Injection 10 ml and Tizanidine, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience headache, dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, and/or changes in pulse or heart rate, consult the doctor. Use caution while getting up from a sitting or sleeping position and avoid driving or using dangerous machinery. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Esmotor Injection 10 ml:
Taking Esmotor Injection 10 ml with theophylline, could make Esmotor Injection 10 ml less effective and enhance the effects of theophylline.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Esmotor Injection 10 ml and theophylline together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, insomnia, shaking of hands and legs, restlessness, uneven heartbeats, or difficulty breathing, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Esmotor Injection 10 ml:
Taking Esmotor Injection 10 ml with fingolimod can result in an abnormally slow heart rate, which can lead to significant cardiac problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Esmotor Injection 10 ml with Fingolimod together can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, contact your doctor if you experience dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, chest discomfort, or heart palpitations while receiving therapy. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting the doctor.
How does the drug interact with Esmotor Injection 10 ml:
Taking Esmotor Injection 10 ml with ceritinib can lower your heart rate and raise the risk of irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between Esmotor Injection 10 ml and ceritinib, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience abrupt dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, or an irregular heartbeat while taking these medications, consult the doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting the doctor.
How does the drug interact with Esmotor Injection 10 ml:
Coadministration of Esmotor Injection 10 ml with verapamil can lead to increased risk or severity of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there may be an interaction, Esmotor Injection 10 ml can be taken with verapamil if prescribed by the doctor. Consult a prescriber if you experience headache, fainting, swelling of the extremities, weight gain, shortness of breath, chest pain, increased or decreased heartbeat, or irregular heartbeat. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Esmotor Injection 10 ml:
Combining Esmotor Injection 10 ml with Aminophylline makes Esmotor Injection 10 ml less effective and increases the effects of aminophylline.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Esmotor Injection 10 ml with Aminophylline can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience nausea, vomiting, insomnia, tremors, restlessness, uneven heartbeats, or difficulty breathing, consult the doctor. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
EsmololSaquinavir
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How does the drug interact with Esmotor Injection 10 ml:
Coadministration of Esmotor Injection 10 ml with saquinavir raises the risk of serious abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Esmotor Injection 10 ml and Saquinavir, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience abrupt dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, sluggish pulse, or irregular heartbeat consult the doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Esmotor Injection 10 ml:
Coadministration of Esmotor Injection 10 ml and ritodrine may make either medicine less effective.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Esmotor Injection 10 ml with Ritodrine together can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Esmotor Injection 10 ml:
When used with atazanavir, Esmotor Injection 10 ml can raise the chance of a irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Esmotor Injection 10 ml and Atazanavir, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. If you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, or an irregular heartbeat while taking these medications, consult the doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting the doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • You are advised to consume a low-salt and low-fat diet.
  • Regular exercise is also recommended.
  • Eat a diet rich in whole grains, vegetables and fruits.
  • Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.
  • Maintain a healthy weight with proper diet and exercise.
  • Manage stress with meditation, yoga, and massage.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

MISCELLANEOUS
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Alcohol

Consult your doctor

Taking alcohol with esmolol may have additive effects in lowering blood pressure. Therefore, avoid or limit the consumption of alcohol.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

The use of Esmotor Injection is not recommended during pregnancy.

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

Esmolol may pass into breast milk. Esmotor Injection is not recommended if you are breastfeeding.

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Driving

Consult your doctor

It is not known if Esmotor Injection affects your ability to drive. Drive or operate heavy machinery only if you are alert.

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Liver

Consult your doctor

If you have liver disease, inform the doctor before receiving Esmotor Injection.

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Kidney

Caution

Caution is advised in patients with kidney problems. If you have kidney problems, inform the doctor before receiving Esmotor Injection.

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Children

Unsafe

Esmotor Injection is not recommended for children below 18 years as safety and effectiveness have not been established.

Have a query?

FAQs

Esmotor Injection is used to treat Fast heartbeat and high blood pressure.

Esmotor Injection works by controlling the force and rate of heartbeat. It also helps reduce the blood pressure.

Consult the doctor if you have diabetes, as Esmotor Injection may mask the symptoms of low blood sugar or increase the effects of diabetic medicines. Regular monitoring of blood glucose levels is advised.

You could develop hyperkalemia (high blood potassium levels), which might lead to serious heart problems if you have kidney disease or need kidney dialysis. Therefore, consult the doctor if you have kidney problems.

You should not receive Esmotor Injection within 48 hours of stopping verapamil. Consult the doctor if you have any concerns.

Esmotor Injection does not cause weight gain, as it is typically used for short durations in an acute setting. If you notice unexpected weight changes while using Esmotor Injection, please consult your doctor to determine whether it is related to the medication or other factors.

It is recommended to follow a low-salt, low-fat diet to reduce strain on your heart. Include plenty of whole grains, vegetables, and fruits in your meals, as they are rich in essential vitamins, minerals, and fibre, which promote optimal health. It is best to avoid high-sodium foods, excessive caffeine, alcohol, and high-fat or fried foods.

While taking Esmotor Injection, please follow your doctor's advice regarding physical activity. Esmotor Injection can lower your heart rate and blood pressure, so you should avoid activities that could strain your heart, such as intense exercise or sports. Your doctor may recommend limiting physical exertion or suggest alternative, low-intensity sports. Be sure to monitor your heart rate and any symptoms during exercise while on Esmotor Injection.

Esmotor Injection may cause common side effects such as a fall in blood pressure, excessive sweating, loss of appetite, and headache. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if the side effects persist or worsen.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Plot No 264, Patrika Nagar Madhapur, Hitech City Hyderabad, Telangana India - 500081
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