Limandan 12.5mg Injection
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Product introduction
Limandan 12.5mg Injection is a medicine used for the treatment of heart failure. It increases the pumping activity of the heart and relaxes the blood vessels, which further improves the blood circulation throughout the body.
Limandan 12.5mg Injection is a medicine used for the treatment of heart failure. It increases the pumping activity of the heart and relaxes the blood vessels, which further improves the blood circulation throughout the body. It is used in patients not relieved by other medicines. This medicine is given as a drip under the supervision of a doctor. Continuous monitoring of heart rate and blood pressure is required while using this medicine. Side effects like hypotension (low blood pressure), increased heart rate, and headache may be seen in some patients.
Limandan 12.5mg Injection is a medicine used for the treatment of heart failure. It increases the pumping activity of the heart and relaxes the blood vessels, which further improves the blood circulation throughout the body. It is used in patients not relieved by other medicines. This medicine is given as a drip under the supervision of a doctor. Continuous monitoring of heart rate and blood pressure is required while using this medicine. Side effects like hypotension (low blood pressure), increased heart rate, and headache may be seen in some patients.
Uses of Limandan Injection
Benefits of Limandan Injection
In Heart failure
Heart failure means your heart is weak and cannot pump enough blood to your lungs and the rest of your body. The most common symptoms are breathlessness, tiredness, and swelling in your legs, ankles, abdomen and other parts of your body. Limandan 12.5mg Injection makes it easier for your heart to pump blood around your body and is therefore an effective treatment for heart failure.
It is given as an injection by a doctor or nurse and should not be self-administered. This medicine will help relieve your symptoms, making you feel better and more energetic. You should make appropriate lifestyle changes (such as eating healthily and keeping active) to help this medicine be effective. Take it regularly and keep taking it even if you feel better.
It is given as an injection by a doctor or nurse and should not be self-administered. This medicine will help relieve your symptoms, making you feel better and more energetic. You should make appropriate lifestyle changes (such as eating healthily and keeping active) to help this medicine be effective. Take it regularly and keep taking it even if you feel better.
Side effects of Limandan Injection
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Limandan
- Headache
- Increased heart rate
- Nausea
- Constipation
- Hypotension (low blood pressure)
How to use Limandan Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Limandan 12.5mg Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Limandan 12.5mg Injection during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Limandan 12.5mg Injection during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
SAFE
Limandan 12.5mg Injection does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Limandan 12.5mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Limandan 12.5mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Limandan 12.5mg Injection is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Use of Limandan 12.5mg Injection is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
Limandan 12.5mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Limandan 12.5mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
No dose adjustment is recommended in patients with mild to moderate liver disease.
No dose adjustment is recommended in patients with mild to moderate liver disease.
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Quick tips
- Limandan 12.5mg Injection is given as a drip into a vein (intravenous infusion) under the supervision of a doctor.
- It makes you feel dizzy or lightheaded. To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
- You will be constantly monitored for changes in ECG, blood pressure and heart rate for at least 3 days after the treatment or until you become stable.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Hydrazone & pyridazine derivative{Phenylhydrazines}
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
CARDIAC
Action Class
Calcium sensitizer
Patient concerns
FAQs
Can Limandan 12.5mg Injection be given to patients with liver disease?
Limandan 12.5mg Injection must be used with caution in patients with mild to moderate liver<br>impairment although no dose adjustment appears necessary for these patients. It should not be used in patients with severe liver disease.
Can Limandan 12.5mg Injection lower blood pressure?
Yes, Limandan 12.5mg Injection can lower your blood pressure. Your blood pressure will be closely monitored after administration of Limandan 12.5mg Injection.
Can Limandan 12.5mg Injection be given to patients with kidney disease?
Limandan 12.5mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with mild to moderate kidney impairment since impaired kidney function may lead to accumulation of the drug in the body leading to unwanted side effects.
What test will be prescribed before and during treatment with Limandan 12.5mg Injection?
Limandan 12.5mg Injection may result in a decrease in your potassium and hemoglobin level. Thus your doctor will prescribe tests to monitor them regularly.
Does Limandan 12.5mg Injection increase heart rate?
Yes, Limandan 12.5mg Injection may increase your heart rate. In such a case, your doctor will reduce the rate of infusion or discontinue if needed.
Does Limandan 12.5mg Injection cause a headache?
Yes, headache is a common side effect of Limandan 12.5mg Injection. For any kind of pain after using Limandan 12.5mg Injection, it is advisable to take sufficient rest, have a good diet, and avoid alcohol. If headaches become severe, consult your doctor.
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- Teerlink JR, Sliwa K, Opie LH. Heart Failure. In: Opie LH, Gersh BJ, editors. Drugs for the Heart. 8th ed. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania: Elsevier Saunders; 2013. pp. 180-81.
- Katzung BG, Parmley WW. Drugs Used in Heart Failure. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ, editors. Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. pp. 210, 216.
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