Isoprenaline (Macure) TM
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Active ingredients: isoprenaline
Pack: Isoprenaline (Macure) 1 in 5000 (1 mg/5 mL) injection, 5 x 5 mL ampoules
Brand name
(ARTG)
: ISOPRENALINE MACURE isoprenaline hydrochloride 1 mg/5 mL solution for injection ampouleDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
For mild or transient episodes of heart block that do not require electric shock or pacemaker therapy. For serious episodes of heart block and Adams-Stokes attacks (except when caused by ventricular tachycardia or fibrillation). (See Section 4.3 Contraindications.) For use in cardiac arrest until electric shock or pacemaker therapy, the treatments of choice, are available. (See Section 4.3 Contraindications.) For bronchospasm occurring during anaesthesia. As an adjunct to fluid and electrolyte replacement therapy and the use of other drugs and procedures in the treatment of hypovolaemic and septic shock, low cardiac output (hypoperfusion) states, congestive heart failure and cardiogenic shock. (See Section 4.4 Special warnings and precautions for use)
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Injection, solution
- Intracardial
- Clear, colourless or pale yellow solution for injection.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store at 2 to 8 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 24 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
- 5 x 5 mL ampoules pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient isoprenaline
This medicine is generally considered safe during pregnancy if taken as directed. During pregnancy, you should discuss your medicine use with your doctor or pharmacist.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
