Esmolol is generally used in treatment of arrhythmias, chest pain (Angina), heart attack and high blood pressure
Side effects
Cold extremities
Constipation
Diarrhoea
Dizziness
Fatigue
Headache
Nausea
How to use
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How it works
Esmolol is a beta blocker that acts on the heart. It slows down the heart rate to make the heart pump the blood more efficiently around the body and works to make the condition better.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Is Esmolol a vasodilator? Esmolol belongs to the class of drugs called beta-blocker, and can dilate blood vessels
Q. Is Esmolol a vesicant? Yes. Esmolol is a vesicant and can cause skin discoloration and necrosis if it leaks during infusion
Q. Is Esmolol a vasopressor? Esmolol is a vasodilator
Q. How is Esmolol supplied? Esmolol is supplied in the form of solution for injection or infusion
Q. What is Esmolol drip? Esmolol drip is the Esmolol solution for injection or infusion
Q. Why is Esmolol short acting? Esmolol is short acting as it undergoes quick breakdown (hydrolysis) and has an elimination half-life of about 9 mins.
Expert Advice
Esmolol lowers your blood pressure and makes it easier for your heart to pump blood around your body.Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes and heart attacks.It may also be used to reduce the number and severity of angina attacks (chest pain caused by heart disease).It may cause dizziness. If this happens to you, get up slowly when rising from a sitting or lying position.It can hide symptoms of low blood sugar if you're diabetic. Monitor your blood sugar levels regularly.Do not stop taking Esmolol suddenly as it can cause your blood pressure to rise suddenly thereby increasing the risk of heart attack and stroke.
Product Details
SKU: PC-912691 Product Description: Esocard Injection is manufactured by Samarth Life Sciences Pvt Ltd Packing: Vial Condition: New Sold by: Pulse Pharmacy India Pvt. Ltd.