Sedeto 100mcg Injection
Manufacturer
Celon Laboratories Ltd
Salt Composition
Dexmedetomidine (100mcg)
Key Information
Short Description
Sedeto 100mcg Injection is a prescription medicine used to provide sedation for adult patients in intensive care settings or for awake sedation during diagnostic and surgical procedures.
Dosage Form
Injection
Introduction
Sedeto 100mcg Injection is given as an infusion into a vein under the supervision of a healthcare professional. It is important to inform your doctor if you are suffering from any medical conditions like slow heart rate, low blood pressure, neurological disorder, severe liver problems, or have ever developed a serious fever after some medicines. Your doctor will monitor the cardiac and respiratory state after providing this injection. Common side effects of this medicine include dryness in the mouth, decreased blood pressure, and slow heart rate. Consult your doctor if these side effects do not improve with time or worsen.
Directions for Use
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self-administer.
Safety Information
Side Effects
Dryness in the mouth Decreased blood pressure Slow heart rate
Alcohol Warning
Sedeto 100mcg Injection may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Breastfeeding Warning
Sedeto 100mcg Injection is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Pregnancy Warning
Sedeto 100mcg Injection may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
How it works
Sedeto 100mcg Injection works by modulating the action of certain chemical messengers in the brain that relieves pain and induces sleep.
Quick Tips
Sedeto 100mcg Injection is given as an infusion into the veins by healthcare professionals only. Your doctor will closely monitor your heart rate, blood pressure, breathing rate, and oxygen level during the treatment. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding.
Frequently asked questions
What is Sedeto 100mcg Injection used for?
Sedeto 100mcg Injection is used to provide sedation (a state of calm, drowsiness, or sleep) for adult patients in intensive care settings (i.e. in initially intubated and mechanically ventilated patients or non-intubated patients prior to and/or during surgical and other procedures).
Is Sedeto 100mcg Injection a controlled substance?
Sedeto 100mcg Injection is a sedative that belongs to a class of drugs called centrally active selective 2A agonists. It is not a controlled drug/substance.
Is Sedeto 100mcg Injection approved by FDA?
Yes, Sedeto 100mcg Injection has been approved by the FDA.
Does Sedeto 100mcg Injection cause amnesia?
Sedeto 100mcg Injection is administered as an infusion (drip) into veins. While it may cause pain at the injection site and a decrease in heart rate (bradycardia), it does not cause amnesia.
How does Sedeto 100mcg Injection work?
Sedeto 100mcg Injection activates central 2A receptors, leading to sedation and analgesia.
