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Phenpres Ls 50Mcg/10Ml Inj is used to treat hypotension (low blood pressure) caused by spinal anaesthesia, circulatory failure or certain other medicines. It also treats low blood pressure during surgery or after an injury.  It contains phenylephrine, which constricts and narrows blood vessels by acting on alpha receptors. Thus, it increases blood pressure and decreases heart rate. Common side effects of Phenpres Ls 50Mcg/10Ml Inj are headache, vomiting, sweating, nervousness, tremors, shortness of breath, difficulty passing urine or irregular heartbeat.
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Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
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More about the Product

Composition :

PHENYLEPHRINE-50MCG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Neon Laboratories Ltd

Consume Type :

Parenteral

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Phenpres Ls 50Mcg/10Ml Inj

Phenpres Ls 50Mcg/10Ml Inj 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.

Phenpres Ls 50Mcg/10Ml Inj contains Phenylephrine that works by constricting and narrowing blood vessels by acting on alpha receptors. Thus, it increases blood pressure and decreases heart rate.

Phenpres Ls 50Mcg/10Ml Inj 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 Phenpres Ls 50Mcg/10Ml Inj 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 Phenpres Ls 50Mcg/10Ml Inj. Discuss with your doctor if you want to drive or operate machinery after receiving Phenpres Ls 50Mcg/10Ml Inj. Caution is advised when drinking alcohol while you are receiving Phenpres Ls 50Mcg/10Ml Inj.

Uses of Phenpres Ls 50Mcg/10Ml Inj

Phenpres Ls 50Mcg/10Ml Inj is used in the treatment of Hypotension (low blood pressure). The detailed use of Phenpres Ls 50Mcg/10Ml Inj is as follows:

  • Treat critically low blood pressure during surgery or anesthesia: Phenpres Ls 50Mcg/10Ml Inj is commonly administered intravenously to raise blood pressure in patients experiencing hypotension due to vasodilation, especially in surgical or intensive care settings.

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Directions for Use

  • Your doctor will determine the dosage and frequency depending on your condition.
  • Phenpres Ls 50Mcg/10Ml Inj will be administered by a healthcare professional.
  • Do not self-administer.

Key Benefits

Phenpres Ls 50Mcg/10Ml Inj 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.

How Phenpres Ls 50Mcg/10Ml Inj Works

Phenpres Ls 50Mcg/10Ml Inj contains Phenylephrine that works by constricting and narrowing blood vessels by acting on alpha receptors. Thus, it increases blood pressure and decreases heart rate.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

What if I have taken an overdose of Phenpres Ls 50Mcg/10Ml Inj

Since Phenpres Ls 50Mcg/10Ml Inj is given in a controlled medical setting by a healthcare professional, an overdose is not likely to occur. If you think there has been an overdose or experiencing any adverse events, get medical care right away. In a medical setting, an overdose would be treated quickly. Overdose of Phenpres Ls 50Mcg/10Ml Inj may cause feeling of fullness in the head, pounding or rapid pulse, tingling in the arms or legs, and vomiting.

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 Phenpres Ls 50Mcg/10Ml Inj. Discuss with your doctor if you want to drive or operate machinery after receiving Phenpres Ls 50Mcg/10Ml Inj. Caution is advised when drinking alcohol while you are receiving Phenpres Ls 50Mcg/10Ml Inj. Phenpres Ls 50Mcg/10Ml Inj 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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Drug-Drug Interactions

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How does the drug interact with Phenpres Ls 50Mcg/10Ml Inj:
Co-administration of Selegiline with Phenpres Ls 50Mcg/10Ml Inj together can raise blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Selegiline with Phenpres Ls 50Mcg/10Ml Inj is not recommended, it can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor immediately if you experience any symptoms such as severe headache, blurred vision, confusion, fits, chest pain, nausea or vomiting, sudden numbness or weakness (especially on one side of the body), speech difficulties, fever, sweating, lightheadedness, and/or fainting Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Phenpres Ls 50Mcg/10Ml Inj:
Taking Phenpres Ls 50Mcg/10Ml Inj with Propofol may lead to increased levels of Phenpres Ls 50Mcg/10Ml Inj leading to side effects like high blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Phenpres Ls 50Mcg/10Ml Inj with Propofol is not recommended, but it can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. Do not discontinue the medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Phenpres Ls 50Mcg/10Ml Inj:
Taking Furazolidone with Phenpres Ls 50Mcg/10Ml Inj can cause an increase in high blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Furazolidone with Phenpres Ls 50Mcg/10Ml Inj is not recommended, it can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. However, if you experience sudden and severe headache, blurred vision, confusion, seizures, chest pain, nausea or vomiting, sweating, lightheadedness, fainting, sudden numbness or weakness (especially on one side of the body), speech difficulties, fever, consult the doctor immediately. It is advised to use Phenpres Ls 50Mcg/10Ml Inj only after 14 days of stopping Furazolidone.
How does the drug interact with Phenpres Ls 50Mcg/10Ml Inj:
Co-administration of Phenpres Ls 50Mcg/10Ml Inj with Sevoflurane can increase the levels of Phenpres Ls 50Mcg/10Ml Inj and lead to side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Phenpres Ls 50Mcg/10Ml Inj with Sevoflurane is not recommended, it can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. Do not discontinue the medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Phenpres Ls 50Mcg/10Ml Inj:
Taking Tranylcypromine with Phenpres Ls 50Mcg/10Ml Inj can increase the risk of high blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Tranylcypromine with Phenpres Ls 50Mcg/10Ml Inj is not recommended, but can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience severe headache, blurred vision, confusion, seizures, chest pain, nausea or vomiting, sudden numbness or weakness (especially on one side of the body), speech difficulties, fever, sweating, lightheadedness, and fainting Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Phenpres Ls 50Mcg/10Ml Inj:
Taking Phenpres Ls 50Mcg/10Ml Inj with Methylergometrine can led to side effects like increased blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Phenpres Ls 50Mcg/10Ml Inj with Methylergometrine can lead to an interaction but can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. It is advised to monitor your blood pressure regularly. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
PhenylephrineMethoxyflurane
Severe
How does the drug interact with Phenpres Ls 50Mcg/10Ml Inj:
Co-administration of Phenpres Ls 50Mcg/10Ml Inj with Methoxyflurane can increase the side effects of Methoxyflurane.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Phenpres Ls 50Mcg/10Ml Inj and Methoxyflurane, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without doctor's advice.
PhenylephrineIsocarboxazid
Severe
How does the drug interact with Phenpres Ls 50Mcg/10Ml Inj:
Co-administration of Phenpres Ls 50Mcg/10Ml Inj with Isocarboxazid can result in extremely high blood pressure which may be serious.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Isocarboxazid and Phenpres Ls 50Mcg/10Ml Inj together can result in an interaction. However, if you develop a sudden, severe headache, blurred vision, confusion, chest pain, nausea, or vomiting, sudden numbness or weakness (particularly on one side of the body), difficulty speaking, fever, sweating, lightheadedness, or fainting, consult a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Phenpres Ls 50Mcg/10Ml Inj:
Co-administration of Amitriptyline with Phenpres Ls 50Mcg/10Ml Inj together may lead to side effects like increased blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Phenpres Ls 50Mcg/10Ml Inj and amitriptyline could interact, but they can still be taken if they are prescribed by a doctor. It is advised to monitor blood pressure regularly. Without consulting a doctor, never stop taking any medications.
PhenylephrineDesipramine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Phenpres Ls 50Mcg/10Ml Inj:
Taking Desipramine and Phenpres Ls 50Mcg/10Ml Inj together may lead to side effects like increased blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Desipramine and Phenpres Ls 50Mcg/10Ml Inj together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, if you experience any unusual symptoms, consult the doctor. Regular monitoring of blood pressure is advised. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.

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.

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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.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

[ANTIHYPOTENSIVES]

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Alcohol

Caution

You are advised to be careful when drinking alcohol while you are receiving Phenpres Ls 50Mcg/10Ml Inj. 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 Phenpres Ls 50Mcg/10Ml Inj in pregnancy. Hence, if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy, inform your doctor before receiving Phenpres Ls 50Mcg/10Ml Inj.

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Breast Feeding

Consult your doctor

Limited data is available on the effect of Phenpres Ls 50Mcg/10Ml Inj on breastfeeding. Hence, if you are a nursing mother, inform your doctor before receiving Phenpres Ls 50Mcg/10Ml Inj.

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Driving

Consult your doctor

Discuss with your doctor if you want to drive or operate machinery after receiving Phenpres Ls 50Mcg/10Ml Inj.

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Liver

Consult your doctor

If you have a pre-existing history of liver disease, inform your doctor before receiving Phenpres Ls 50Mcg/10Ml Inj. 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 Phenpres Ls 50Mcg/10Ml Inj. 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 Phenpres Ls 50Mcg/10Ml Inj in children, please consult your doctor.

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Heart

Let your doctor know if you have any history of heart diseases. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing Phenpres Ls 50Mcg/10Ml Inj.

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Geriatrics

Caution

Phenpres Ls 50Mcg/10Ml Inj should be used with caution in elderly patients. Please consult your doctor before use.

FAQs

Phenpres Ls 50Mcg/10Ml Inj is used to treat Hypotension (low blood pressure).

Phenpres Ls 50Mcg/10Ml Inj 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 Phenpres Ls 50Mcg/10Ml Inj 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 Phenpres Ls 50Mcg/10Ml Inj.

Phenpres Ls 50Mcg/10Ml Inj may cause a headache as a temporary side effect. However, if the condition persists or worsens, please inform your doctor.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

140, Damji Samji Industrial Complex, Mahakali Caves Rd., Andheri(East), Mumbai-93.
Other Info - PHE0162

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