ESOCARD 100MG INJ

Overview

ESOCARD 100MG INJ is a Schedule H drug.

ESOCARD 100MG INJ is composed of: ESMOLOL (100.0 MG)

Esmolol is a beta-blocker that affects the heart and circulation (blood flow through arteries and veins). Esmolol is used to help keep the heart beating normally in people with certain heart rhythm disorders of the atrium (the upper chambers of the heart that allow blood to flow into the heart). Esmolol is used in people with atrial fibrillation or atrial flutter. Esmolol is also used during surgery to help regulate blood pressure and heart rate.

Usage

ESMOLOL is generally used to treat: Atrial Fibrillation, Atrial Flutter

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 18yrs

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Precautions for ESOCARD 100MG INJ and its Constituents

Esmolol interacts with many medications. Make sure that your doctor is informed about your ongoing medications/ supplements, herbal preparations before it is administered. Esmolol can mask the symptoms of low blood sugar levels in diabetic patients.

Symptoms of Overdosage

ESMOLOL over-dosage can result in: Difficulty Breathing

Common Side-Effects

ESMOLOL : Eyes Blurred Vision, Confusion, Dizziness, Fainting, Body Excessive Sweating, Fatigue (tiredness), Weakness (generalized), Body Itching, Face Numbness, Arms Pain, Left Hand Palm Feeling Cold, Right Hand Palm Feeling Cold

Rare Side-Effects

ESMOLOL : Dementia, Fingers Blue Colored Skin, Delusions, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs), Wheezing, Slurred Speech, Lightheadedness, Dizziness, Pale Skin, Shortness Of Breath, Irregular Heartbeat

Disease Interactions

ESMOLOL can interfere with: COPD, Asthma, Heart Block, Sinus Node Disease, Hypotension, Congestive Heart Disease, Diabetes Mellitus, Glaucoma, Hyperthyroidism, Transient Ischemic Attack, Pheochromocytoma, Psoriasis, Tachycardia, Acute Renal Failure

Technical Classification

ESMOLOL is categorized as:

• CARDIOSELECTIVE BETA BLOCKERS / BETA-ADRENERGIC BLOCKING AGENTS / CARDIOVASCULAR AGENTS
• GROUP II ANTIARRHYTHMICS / ANTIARRHYTHMIC AGENTS / CARDIOVASCULAR AGENTS

Available Alternatives for ESOCARD 100MG INJ

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

ESMOCARD 100MG INJ	INR 243 for 10 ML INJECTION	ESMOLOL 100.0 MG
ESOCARD 100MG INJ	INR 242 for 10 ML INJECTION	ESMOLOL 100.0 MG

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

ESMOLOL		ESMOLOL
NEOTACH 10MG INJ	INR 234 for 10 ML INJECTION	ESMOLOL 10.0 MG