Oxyfedrine Pharmacology

Oxyfedrine

About Oxyfedrine
A partial beta-adrenergic agonist,Phenethylamine derivative, Coronary vasodilator,cardiotonic,antianginal.
Mechanism of Action of Oxyfedrine
The drug improves myocardial metabolism; so that heart can sustain hypoxia better. It has adrenergic effect on heart improving contractility and A-V conduction. It reduces vascular resistance.
Pharmacokinets of Oxyfedrine
N/A
Onset of Action for Oxyfedrine
N/A
Duration of Action for Oxyfedrine
6-8 hours
Half Life of Oxyfedrine
N/A
Side Effects of Oxyfedrine
Taste impairment
Contra-indications of Oxyfedrine
1.Subvalvular aortic stenosis
2.Aortic incompetence
3.Haemodynamic disturbances

Special Precautions while taking Oxyfedrine
Monitor BP and cardiovascular status while using the parenteral route
Pregnancy Related Information
Contraindicated
Old Age Related Information
May be used
Breast Feeding Related Information
Use with caution
Children Related Information
Contraindicated
Indications for Oxyfedrine
1.Coronary insufficiency
2.Myocardial infarction
3.Angina pectoris
Interactions for Oxyfedrine
N/A
Typical Dosage for Oxyfedrine
Oral: 24mg 8th hourly
I.V.: 4mg 1-3 times daily of infusion 0.1 to 0.3mg/kg/day.
Maintenance: 8 to16mg 8th hourly orally
Schedule of Oxyfedrine
H
Storage Requirements for Oxyfedrine
Store at room temperature at a range of 15 to 30 degree C. Protect from direct heat and light. Keep out of reach of children.
Effects of Missed Dosage of Oxyfedrine
Take the missed dose as soon as noticed and if it is the time for next dose then skip the missed dose. Continue the regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Effects of Overdose of Oxyfedrine
Provide supportive treatment and symptomatic measures.

Home Delivery for Oxyfedrine in Your City

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However, we do publish a comprehensive directory of Pharmacies, Chemists and Druggists in cities all over India. You can use this directory to find the medicine stores in your city (or area) that provide home delivery services for oxyfedrine and other medicines and health products. Home delivery services for oxyfedrine may be free or they may cost you depending on the pharmacy and the minimum order requirements. It would be best to get this clarified while placing the order.

Please be aware that you should take oxyfedrine only if a doctor has recommended or prescribed it. Some or all pharmacies who provide a home delivery service for medicines might insist on a prescription for oxyfedrine before they complete the sale. You can get this information while placing the order for oxyfedrine with the pharmacy.

Oxyfedrine is a generic medicine name and there are several brands available for it. Some of the brands for oxyfedrine might be better known than oxyfedrine itself. If the pharmacy that's willing to deliver medicines to your home doesn't have oxyfedrine in stock, you can ask for one of the branded alternatives for oxyfedrine.