AMIORON 150 (Amiodaron 150mg) 3ml × 5 AMPOULES INTRAVENOUS INJECTION.

AMIORON 150 (Amiodaron 150mg) 3ml × 5 AMPOULES INTRAVENOUS INJECTION.
Generic name: Amiodarone
Brand name: American Remedies.
Class: Antiarrhythmic
Pack size: 5 ampoules
Form: Injection
Strength: 150 mg
Amount: ₦‎7,000

Description: Amioron 150 Injection is an antiarrhythmic medication used to treat and manage life-threatening ventricular arrhythmias and other irregular heartbeats. It contains Amiodarone, which works by restoring normal heart rhythm and maintaining a steady, regular heartbeat. This sterile concentrate is for intravenous infusion and must be diluted before use.

Key features:
• For intravenous infusion only
• Used for life-threatening ventricular arrhythmias and other heart rhythm disturbances
• Must be diluted before use.

Side Effects:
• Hypotension (low blood pressure)
• Bradycardia (slow heart rate)
• Nausea and vomiting
• Pulmonary toxicity (lung issues such as pneumonitis or fibrosis)
• Hepatotoxicity (liver damage)
• Thyroid dysfunction (both hyperthyroidism and hypothyroidism)
• Photosensitivity (sensitivity to sunlight)
• Blue-Gray skin discoloration
• Corneal microdeposits (eye issues)
• Arrhythmia exacerbation

Caution:
• Not recommended for use during pregnancy or breastfeeding due to potential harm to the foetus or infant.
• Use with caution in patients with lung, liver, or thyroid disease
• Amiodarone can interact with other medications, so inform the doctor of all concurrent treatments.
• Dilute properly before infusion and avoid extravasation (leakage of the drug into surrounding tissues).
• May increase sensitivity to sunlight; patients should take precautions when exposed to the sun.
• Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.