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Doxapram
Doxapram hydrochloride (marketed as Dopram®) is a respiratory stimulant. Administered intravenously, doxapram stimulates the respiratory rate, leading to an increase in tidal volume. Additional recommended knowledge
Mode of actionDoxapram stimulates chemoreceptors in the carotid arteries, which in turn, stimulates the respiratory centre in the brain stem. PresentationDoxapram is a white to off-white, odorless, crystalline powder that is stable in light and air. It is soluble in water, sparingly soluble in alcohol and practically insoluble in ether. Injectable products have a pH from 3.5-5. Benzyl alcohol or chlorobutanol is added as a preservative agent in the commercially available injections. UsesDoxapram is used in intensive care settings to stimulate the respiratory rate in patients with respiratory failure. It is equally effective as pethidine in suppressing shivering after surgery.[1] Side effectsHigh blood pressure, panic attacks, tachycardia (rapid heart rate), tremor, sweating and vomiting may occur. Convulsions have been reported. It cannot be used in patients with coronary heart disease, epilepsy and high blood pressure. It is also contraindicated in newborns and small children, mainly due to the presence of benzyl alcohol. References
Categories: Respiratory agents | Pyrrolidones |
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