Prevention and treatment of the acute hypotensive state occurring with spinal anaesthesia; adjunctive treatment of hypotension due to haemorrhage, reactions to medications, surgical complications, and shock associated with brain damage due to tumour or trauma. It may also be useful as an adjunct in the treatment of hypotension due to cardiogenic shock or septicaemia.
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Intravenous.
This medicine or fluids is given through a needle or tube (catheter) inserted into a vein.
Store below 25 degrees Celsius
Protect from Light
Shelf lifetime is 36 Months.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
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Clear glass ampoule filled with a clear solution (using water as the reference)
Do I need a prescription?
We are unable to tell you if you need a prescription for this medicine. You can ask your pharmacist.This medicine is
Not Scheduled.
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Prevention and treatment of the acute hypotensive state occurring with spinal anaesthesia; adjunctive treatment of hypotension due to haemorrhage, reactions to medications, surgical complications, and shock associated with brain damage due to tumour or trauma.
It may also be useful as an adjunct in the treatment of hypotension due to cardiogenic shock or septicaemia
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Intravenous.
This medicine or fluids is given through a needle or tube (catheter) inserted into a vein.
Store below 25 degrees Celsius
Protect from Light
Shelf lifetime is 36 Months.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Visual appearance
Clear colourless sterile solution
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Prevention and treatment of the acute hypotensive state occurring with spinal anaesthesia; adjunctive treatment of hypotension due to haemorrhage, reactions to medications, surgical complications, and shock associated with brain damage due to tumour or trauma.
It may also be useful as an adjunct in the treatment of hypotension due to cardiogenic shock or septicaemia.
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Intravenous.
This medicine or fluids is given through a needle or tube (catheter) inserted into a vein.
Store below 25 degrees Celsius
Protect from Light
Shelf lifetime is 36 Months.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Visual appearance
Clear colourless sterile solution
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
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