Epitrate Injection 1 ml
Salt Composition
Adrenaline (1mg) + Sodium Metabisulphite (0.% w/v)
Key Information
Short Description
Epitrate Injection 1 ml is a combination medicine used for pupil dilation, relaxing the muscles of the eyes and dilating the pupils.
Dosage Form
Injection
Introduction
Epitrate Injection 1 ml is given as an injection under the supervision of a doctor. Do not self administer the injection. Your doctor is the right person to decide the dose and duration of the medicine. Follow your doctor advice while taking this medicine. Nausea, vomiting, and high blood pressure are some common side effects of this medicine. These are usually mild but let your doctor know if they bother you or last more than a few days. It may cause dizziness, avoid driving and machinery work while taking this medicine. Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you have any liver or kidney disease. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. You should also let your healthcare team know all other medicines you are taking as they may affect or be affected by this medicine.
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.
Breastfeeding Warning
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Pregnancy Warning
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
How it works
Epitrate Injection 1 ml is a combination of two medicines: Adrenaline and Sodium Metabisulphite. Adrenaline is an alpha- and beta-adrenergic agonist. It relaxes the muscles of the eyes and dilates the pupils for a clear view during eye surgeries. Sodium Metabisulphite is an antioxidant that increases the stability of Adrenaline and prevents any color formation in the injection.
Quick Tips
Epitrate Injection 1 ml is given as an injection under the supervision of a doctor. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. It may cause dizziness. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how medicine affects you. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
