Clevidipine Medication Information

Discover comprehensive details about Clevidipine, including its pronunciation, uses, dosage instructions, indications, and guidelines on how and when to take it or avoid it.

The updated prescription information covers potential side effects, precautions, warnings, and storage recommendations.

Additionally, explore the Clevidipine brands available in India and internationally, along with pricing information. For personalized advice, consult your healthcare provider.

Generic Name : Clevidipine

Pronunciation : klev-ID-i-peen

ICD Code : Y52.1 Therapeutic Classification : Calcium Channel Blockers

Brand Names or Trade Names of Clevidipine

International :

Cleviprex

Why is Clevidipine Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is a calcium channel blocker, prescribed for hypertension. It relaxes heart muscles.

When should Clevidipine not be taken? (Contraindications)

Contraindicated in patients with defective lipid metabolism, severe aortic stenosis (narrowing of the main artery of the heart), and hypersensitivity.

What is the dosage of Clevidipine?

Dose is based on patient’s condition.
Initial dose: Initiate the intravenous infusion at 1-2 mg/hour.
Maximum dose: 16 mg/hour.

How should Clevidipine be taken?

It comes as a solution for injection, to be administered by a healthcare provider into the vein.

What are the warnings and precautions for Clevidipine?

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of heart failure, very low blood pressure, liver or pancreas problems, who are taking other medications, any allergy, elderly, children, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

• It may cause drowsiness or dizziness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.

What are the side effects of Clevidipine?

Most Common - Headache, nausea, and vomiting.
Heart - Heart attack, heart arrest.
Central Nervous system - Fainting.
Respiratory - Difficulty in breathing.

What are the other precautions for Clevidipine?

Avoid excess dosage.

What are the storage conditions for Clevidipine?

Store vials refrigerated at 2-8°C.

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