Nitropress Add-vantage - Sodium Nitroprusside - Injection Brand Drug

General Information

• Below is miscellaneous information regarding Nitropress Add-vantage.
• Nitropress
• nye-troh-PRUSS-ide

Warning

• This drug can cause very large decreases in blood pressure.
• Without proper monitoring, serious injury or death could result.
• Nitroprusside, especially in larger-than-recommended doses, might cause cyanide poisoning.
• Therefore, do not exceed the maximum nitroprusside IV rate (10 mcg/kg/min), especially if the patient has kidney problems.
• In fact, the maximum IV rate should not be continued more than 10 minutes.
• If blood pressure is not properly controlled after 10 minutes at the maximum IV rate, nitroprusside should be stopped.
• Cyanide accumulation might be avoided by monitoring for acid- base metabolic problems (metabolic acidosis), including tests for blood pH.
• If signs of acidosis occur, nitroprusside may be stopped.
• Consult the doctor or pharmacist.

Nitropress Add-vantage Miscellaneous Notes

• Laboratory and/or medical tests may be performed to monitor for side effects and response to treatment.

What To Do In Case Of Medical Emergency

• Your condition can cause complications in a medical emergency.
• For enrollment information call MedicAlert at 1-800-854-1166 (USA), or 1-800-668-1507 (Canada).

Read Before Using Nitropress Add-vantage (precautions)

• Tell the doctor the patient's medical history, including.

Medicinal Applications

• This medication is used for the immediate control of very high blood pressure.
• Nitroprusside is also used to treat certain heart problems (congestive heart failure) or to control bleeding during surgery.

Possible Side Effects

• Nausea, dizziness or pain/redness at the injection site may occur.
• If these effects persist or worsen, notify the doctor.
• Unlikely but report promptly.

Usage Instructions

• This medication is diluted in liquid and given continuously into a vein (IV infusion).
• Dosage is based on the patient's condition and response to the drug.
• Maximum recommended doses should not be given for more than 10 minutes.
• Follow all instructions for proper mixing and dilution with the correct IV fluids.
• Consult the pharmacist.
• The diluted fluid should be protected from light by promptly wrapping it with an opaque sleeve or aluminum foil.
• This medication should be checked visually for particles or discoloration before use.
• Do not use the liquid if particles are present or if it is blue, green, red or darker than a faint brown color.

Nitropress Add-vantage Storage Instructions

• Store vials at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 - 30 degrees C) away from light and moisture.
• Store vials in the carton until they are used.
• After mixing and dilution in IV fluids and when protected from light (consult the pharmacist for details), the drug is stable at room temperature for 24 hours.
• Discard any unused liquid.

Drug Compatibility Recommendations

• Tell the doctor of all nonprescription and prescription medication the patient may use, especially of.

Overdose

• If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

• If the dose is interrupted, contact the doctor immediately to re-establish dosing.