Nikethamide – Generic Drug Info

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Nikethamide

Respiratory stimulants: analeptics

Generic drug information & available brands

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This is a stimulant that acts on the respiratory system to increase breathing. Its use is very limited today due to safety concerns. It is not considered safe for use during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.

Indications

Nikethamide is indicated in-

Acute respiratory failure
Respiratory depression following anesthesia
CNS depression

Pharmacology

Nikethamide also known as nicotinic acid diethylamide is a central & respiratory stimulant. It has direct stimulatory action on CNS, increases the frequency & depth of breathing. It has no immediate impact on the cardiovascular system. It is extensively metabolized in liver. All metabolites & a small amount of unchanged drug is excreted in urine.

Dosage & Administration

Important:
Do not take any medication without a doctor's prescription. Self-medication can be dangerous.

2 to 10 mL by slow IV injection of the usual 25% solution every 20 to 30 minutes if necessary. Infants and children are particularly susceptible to toxic effects of nikethamide.

Interaction

Anesthetic, sympathomimetics, MAOIs, neuromuscular blockers, bupropion.

Contraindications

Porphyria, epilepsy or other convulsive disorders, perebral oedema, airways obstruction, cerebrovascular accident, severe hypertension & ischemic heart diseases.

Side Effects

Dyspnoea, respiratory problems such as coughing bronchospasm. Other CNS side effects include convulsion, headache & dizziness. Cardiovascular side effects inlude Iteration of blood pressure & cardiac arrhythmia. Over dosage may cause nausea, vomiting & diarrhoea.

Pregnancy & Lactation

There are no enough adequate and controlled studies in pregnant women and nursing mothers.

Precautions & Warnings

It should not used in less severe degrees of hypertension or impaired cardiac reverse & hepatic dysfunction.

Storage Conditions

Store below 25°C in a dry place, away from light.

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Available Brands

1 found

Brand	Strength	Type	৳
Nikethamide Jayson Pharmaceutical Ltd.	250 mg/ml	Injection	-

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