Arbecin 100 mcg/ml (IV Injection)
1 ml ampoule: ৳ 150.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Carbetocin |
| Company | Renata limited |
Indications
- Prevention of uterine atony
- Postpartum hemorrhage prevention
- Epidural anesthesia usage
- Spinal anesthesia usage
- Elective caesarean section usage
Pharmacology
- Analogue of oxytocin
- Uterus contraction
- Oxytocin receptor binding
- Increases uterine tone
- Rhythmic uterine contractions
- Increased frequency of contractions
Dosage & Administration
- Intravenous administration
- Bolus injection
- Slow injection over 1 minute
- Single dose administration
Interaction
- No reported drug interactions
Contraindications
- Long duration of action
- Uterine contractions cannot be stopped
- Inappropriate use during pregnancy
- Hypersensitivity to oxytocin
- Cardiovascular disease history
- Contraindicated in children
Side Effects
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Abdominal pain
- Itching skin
- Increased body temperature
- Trembling
- Weakness
- Back pain
- Dizziness
- Metallic taste
- Anaemia
- Sweating
- Chest pain
- Dyspnoea
- Chills
- Tachycardia
- Anxiety
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Contraindicated during pregnancy
- Crosses into breast milk
- Minimal concern for infant safety
Precautions & Warnings
- Inadequate uterine contraction caution
- Hyponatremia risk
- Cautious use in epilepsy, migraine, asthma
- Monitoring for changes in blood pressure in eclampsia and pre-eclampsia
- Not recommended for elderly patients
Overdose Effects
- Enhanced uterine hyperactivity
- Pain
- Symptomatic and supportive management
Therapeutic Class
- Drugs acting on the Uterus
Storage Conditions
- Store at 2-8°C
- No freezing
- Keep away from light
- Immediate use after ampoule opening