Dimetofrine: Indication, Dosage, Side Effect, Precaution

This information is not country-specific. Please refer to the Malaysia prescribing information.

Generic Medicine Info

Indications and Dosage

Oral
Hypotensive states

Adult: As hydrochloride: 300-400 mg/day.

Special Precautions

Hyperthyroidism, diabetes mellitus, heart disease, hypertension, arrhythmias, cerebrovascular disease, angle-closure glaucoma, 2^nd stage of labor, elderly.

Adverse Reactions

Anxiety, tremor, tachycardia, arrhythmias, headache, cold extremities, nausea, vomiting, sweating, weakness, dizziness and hyperglycaemia.
Potentially Fatal: Hypertension, pulmonary oedema.

Drug Interactions

Tricyclic antidepressants, clonidine.
Potentially Fatal: Volatile anaesthetics, adrenergic neurone blockers, β-blockers.

Action

Description:
Mechanism of Action: Dimetofrine is a sympathomimetic which has vasopressor properties.

MIMS Class

Cardiac Drugs

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