Atropine Sulphate 0.6mg/ml Injection
Manufacturer
Harson Laboratories
Salt Composition
Atropine (0.6mg/ml)
Key Information
Short Description
Atropine Sulphate 0.6mg/ml Injection is used to treat bradycardia (slow heart rate) and restore normal heartbeat in cardiac arrest cases. It also helps reduce saliva secretions before general anesthesia and works as an antidote to some insecticide poisoning.
Dosage Form
Injection
Introduction
Atropine Sulphate 0.6mg/ml Injection is an anticholinergic medication used to treat bradycardia (slow heart rate) and restore normal heartbeat in cardiac arrest cases. It also helps reduce saliva secretions before general anesthesia and works as an antidote to some insecticide poisoning. This injection is given into the veins or muscles under the supervision of a doctor.
Directions for Use
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self-administer.
Safety Information
Side Effects
No common side effects listed.
Alcohol Warning
Atropine Sulphate 0.6mg/ml Injection may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Breastfeeding Warning
Atropine Sulphate 0.6mg/ml Injection is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby. Milk secretion may decrease.
Pregnancy Warning
Atropine Sulphate 0.6mg/ml Injection is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Interacting Medicines
Donepezil Rivastigmine Galantamine Amisulpride
How it works
Atropine Sulphate 0.6mg/ml Injection is an anticholinergic medication that works by blocking the activity of a chemical messenger (acetylcholine). This helps dry up secretions (saliva, sweat, etc.) from glands before surgery, increases a low heart rate, and decreases intestinal contractions (spasms). It also works as an antidote in certain types of poisoning and reverses the side effects of certain muscle relaxing medicines.
Quick Tips
It is given into the veins or muscles under the supervision of a doctor. It may cause blurred vision. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Avoid taking Atropine Sulphate 0.6mg/ml Injection if you have urinary retention, high blood pressure, any heart problems, or high thyroid hormone level. Inform your doctor if you notice a skin rash, swelling of the face, or tongue and trouble breathing. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding.
