REGADENOSON

Overview

REGADENOSON is a Schedule H drug.
Regadenoson is a stress agent that works by increasing blood flow in the arteries of the heart.Regadenoson is given in preparation for a radiologic (x-ray) examination of blood flow through the heart to test for coronary artery disease.It is given through an IV line to patients who are unable to exercise for a stress test.

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: Ask your doctor

How Do I Take It?

Route of Administration: IV (Intravenous)

Precautions

  • You should not receive regadenoson if you have a serious heart condition such as AV block or "sick sinus syndrome" (unless you have a pacemaker).
  • You should not use this medication if you are allergic to regadenoson.
  • Do not breast-feed within 10 hours after receiving regadenoson.
  • Avoid drinking coffee or other beverages with caffeine for at least 12 hours before your stress test.It may cause dizziness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.

Common Side-Effects

REGADENOSON : Stomach Pain, Chest Pain, Shortness Of Breath, Head Headache, Dizziness, Chest Discomfort, Nausea, Decreased Taste, Abdomen Discomfort, Vomit

Serious Side-Effects

REGADENOSON : Muscle Pain, Joint Pain, Arms Pain, Back Pain, Labored Breathing, Irregular Heartbeat, Body Excessive Sweating

Food Interactions

Caffeine may interfere with the effects of regadenoson. You should avoid caffeine-containing products for at least 12 hours before an imaging procedure involving regadenoson.

Disease Interactions

REGADENOSON can interfere with: Heart Block, Heart Arrhythmias, Asthma, COPD, Pericarditis, Seizure

Technical Classification

REGADENOSON is categorized as: CARDIAC STRESSING AGENTS / RADIOLOGIC ADJUNCTS / RADIOLOGIC AGENTS

Storage Conditions

Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)

Available Alternatives

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