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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, VomitSerious Side-Effects
REGADENOSON : Muscle Pain, Joint Pain, Arms Pain, Back Pain, Labored Breathing, Irregular Heartbeat, Body Excessive SweatingFood 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, SeizureTechnical Classification
REGADENOSON is categorized as: CARDIAC STRESSING AGENTS / RADIOLOGIC ADJUNCTS / RADIOLOGIC AGENTSStorage Conditions
Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)Available Alternatives
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