Remifentanil hameln
Remifentanil hameln is a fast-acting opioid used for pain relief during and after surgery, and for patients on mechanical ventilation in intensive care.
Form
kuiva-aine välikonsentraatiksi injektio-/infuusionestettä varten, liuos
Strength
2 mg
Active Ingredient
Remifentanil hydrochloride
Manufacturer
Hameln Pharma GmbH
How to Use
Dosage
The dosage is individualized and monitored by a doctor.
Method
The medicine is always given intravenously, either as a single injection or as a slow infusion into a vein.
Important
The maximum daily dose varies and is always decided by the doctor.
Possible Side Effects
COMMON
- •Muscle stiffness
- •Feeling sick (nausea) or throwing up (vomiting)
- •Low blood pressure
- •Slow heart rate
- •Shallow breathing
- •Temporary stop in breathing
- •Itching
- •Cough
- •Shivering (after surgery)
- •High blood pressure (after surgery)
RARE
- •Constipation
- •Lack of oxygen
- •Very slow heart rate that can lead to your heart stopping
- •Seizures (fits)
- •Heart stopping
- •Irregular heartbeat
- •A specific type of irregular heart rhythm (atrioventricular block)
- •Needing remifentanil or higher doses over time (dependence or tolerance)
- •Withdrawal symptoms like fast heart rate, high blood pressure, restlessness, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, anxiety, chills, shaking, and sweating
- •Pain (after surgery)
- •Feeling calm or very sleepy (after surgery)
Important Warnings
- Do not take this medicine if you are allergic to remifentanil, any other ingredients, or similar pain medicines like fentanyl.
- This medicine must not be injected into your spinal canal.
- This medicine must not be used as the only medicine to start anesthesia.
- Tell your doctor if you have lung or liver problems, as you may have breathing difficulties more easily.
- Tell your doctor if you are over 65, weak, or have low blood pressure, as you may be more sensitive to heart problems.
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- Tell your doctor if you or a family member have ever misused alcohol, prescription drugs, or illegal drugs.
- This medicine can cause dependence and misuse if used repeatedly.
- Stopping this medicine suddenly can cause withdrawal symptoms.
- Inform your doctor about all other medicines you are taking, especially those for blood pressure, heart problems, depression, anxiety, or pain, as they can interact with Remifentanil.
- Avoid alcohol after treatment until you are fully recovered.
- Do not breastfeed for 24 hours after receiving this medicine and discard any pumped milk.
- Do not drive or operate machinery until your doctor says it's safe, as this medicine can affect your alertness.