Carmyne
Carmyne is a dye used during surgery to help doctors see and check the urinary tubes for damage.
Form
injektioneste, liuos
Strength
40 mg
Active Ingredient
Indigo carmine
Manufacturer
SERB S.A.
How to Use
Dosage
The usual dose is one 5 ml ampoule, and the dose can be repeated if needed. A second ampoule can be given 20-30 minutes after the first.
Method
This medicine is given slowly as an injection into a vein by a healthcare professional.
Important
The maximum daily dose is two 5 ml ampoules (80 mg total).
Possible Side Effects
COMMON
- •Elevated blood pressure
- •Decreased heart rate
RARE
- •Anaphylactic reactions (severe allergic reactions)
- •Breathing difficulties
- •Heart conduction disorders (problems with how electrical signals move through the heart)
- •Decreased blood pressure
- •Rash, skin redness or discoloration
- •Increased heart rate
Important Warnings
- Do not use if you are allergic to indigocarmine, the active substance.
- Tell your doctor if you have high blood pressure.
- Tell your doctor if you have heart failure, coronary artery disease (chest pain), or irregular heartbeat.
- Tell your doctor if you are taking medicines that affect your heart rate, blood pressure, or nitric oxide production.
- Tell your doctor if your blood pressure is unstable or if you have a history of allergies.
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- Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.