It comes as a solution for injection to be administered by a healthcare provider into the vein.
Child- Initial dose: Give 0.05 to 0.1 mg/kg as a rapid IV bolus. It may be increased up to 0.05 to 0.1 mg/kg if needed.
Adenocard, Adenoscan.
Dosage & When it is to be taken
Adult- IV- Initial dose: 6 mg given as a rapid intravenous bolus (administered over a 1-2 second period). Repeat Administration: If first dose does not work, 12 mg should be given as a rapid intravenous bolus. This 12 mg dose may be repeated a second time if required.Child- Initial dose: Give 0.05 to 0.1 mg/kg as a rapid IV bolus. It may be increased up to 0.05 to 0.1 mg/kg if needed.
When it is not to be taken (Contraindications)
Contraindicated in patients with second-or third-degree AV block, slow heartbeat, and hypersensitivity.Drug Name : Adenosine
Adenosine is used as an antiarrhythmic agent prescribed to treat specific conditions of irregular heartbeat and also used while performing a stress test of the heart.Trade Names/Brand Names of Adenosine
India :
Adnet |
Adenoject (3 mg) |
Carnosine |
Adnet (3 mg) |
Carnosine (30 mg) |
Adenoject |
Adenocor |
Adenoject (6mg) |
Tachyban |
Adenoz
International :
Adenocard, Adenoscan.