Dosage form: injection
Drug classes:Decongestants, Vasopressors
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Mar 1, 2022.
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Indications and Usage for Phenylephrine Hydrochloride Injection
Phenylephrine Hydrochloride Injection, 10 mg/mL, is indicated for the treatment of clinically important hypotension resulting primarily from vasodilation in the setting of anesthesia.
Phenylephrine Hydrochloride Injection Dosage and Administration
General Dosage and Administration Instructions
Phenylephrine Hydrochloride Injection, 10 mg/mL must be diluted before administration as an intravenous bolus or continuous intravenous infusion to achieve the desired concentration:
- Bolus: Dilute with normal saline or 5% dextrose in water.
- Continuous infusion: Dilute with normal saline or 5% dextrose in w...
