Drug Detail:Isuprel hcl (Isoproterenol injection [ eye-so-proe-ter-e-nole ])
Generic Name: ISOPROTERENOL HYDROCHLORIDE 0.2mg in 1mL
Dosage Form: injection, solution
Drug Class: Adrenergic bronchodilators Catecholamines
Drug Detail:Isuprel hcl (Isoproterenol injection [ eye-so-proe-ter-e-nole ])
Generic Name: ISOPROTERENOL HYDROCHLORIDE 0.2mg in 1mL
Dosage Form: injection, solution
Drug Class: Adrenergic bronchodilators Catecholamines
Inspect visually for particulate matter and discoloration prior to administration, whenever solution and container permit. Do not use if the injection is pinkish or darker than slightly yellow or contains a precipitate. Discard any unused portion.
Diluted solution should be used immediately. Unused material should be discarded.
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Recommended dosage for adults with shock and hypoperfusion states: |
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Route of Administration |
Preparation of Dilution* |
Infusion Rate† |
Intravenous infusion |
Dilute 5 mL (1 mg) in 500 mL of 5% Dextrose Injection, USP |
0.5 mcg to 5 mcg per minute (0.25 mL to 2.5 mL of diluted solution) |
Recommended dosage for adults with bronchospasm occurring during anesthesia: |
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Route of |
Subsequent |
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Administration |
Preparation of Dilution |
Initial Dose |
Dose |
Bolus
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Dilute 1 mL (0.2 mg) to 10 mL with Sodium Chloride Injection, USP, or 5% Dextrose Injection, USP |
10 mcg to 20 mcg (0.5 mL to 1 mL of diluted solution) |
The initial dose may be repeated when necessary |
There are no well-controlled studies in children to establish appropriate dosing; however, the American Heart Association recommends an initial infusion rate of 0.1 mcg/kg/min, with the usual range being 0.1 mcg/kg/min to 1 mcg/kg/min.