Diazoxide (DBL) TM
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Active ingredients: diazoxide
Pack: Diazoxide (DBL) 300 mg/20 mL injection, 20 mL ampoule
Brand name
(ARTG)
: DBL DIAZOXIDE 300mg/20mL injection BP 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)
Diazoxide is a non-diuretic antihypertensive agent. It is administered by rapid IV injection for emergency reduction of blood pressure in patients with malignant hypertension when prompt and urgent decrease in diastolic pressure is required. Diazoxide Injection BP is recommended in the treatment of hypertensive crises associated with acute glomerular nephritis, acute hypertensive encephalopathy, cerebral haemorrhage or congestive heart failure. Diazoxide is usually effective in patients with refractory hypertension not responsive to other agents. It has also been used in the treatment of chronic hypertension to control elevated blood pressure before commencement of therapy with oral antihypertensive agents. In order to reduce the danger of haemorrhage due to elevated blood pressure, Diazoxide Injection BP may be used in hypertensive patients undergoing diagnostic procedures such as renal biopsy or arteriography
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Injection, solution
- Intravenous
- Clear colourless solution
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Protect from Light
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
- 1x300mg/20mL pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient diazoxide
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.
Reporting side effects
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You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
