Ephedrine is a vasoconstrictor remedy that helps to contract blood vessels in the body, increasing blood pressure in cases of abrupt drop in blood pressure.
Ephedra can not be bought in conventional pharmacies, since it can only be used in the hospital under the guidance of a doctor.
Indications of Ephedrine
Ephedrine is indicated for the treatment and prevention of blood pressure lowering in cases of spinal anesthesia or general anesthesia.
How to use Ephedrine
Ephedrine can only be used under the supervision of healthcare professionals in the hospital and therefore can not be used at home by the patient.
Side Effects of Ephedrine
The main side effects of Ephedra include pallor, fever, feeling hot, dry nose and mouth, palpitations, decreased or increased blood pressure, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, difficulty or pain when urinating, anxiety, insomnia, difficulty breathing, excessive sweating and redness on the face.
Contraindications of Ephedrine
Ephedrine is contraindicated for breast-feeding women and patients with narrow-angle glaucoma, tachyarrhythmia, ventricular fibrillation, diabetes, high blood pressure, and some heart problems. In addition, it should also not be used in patients anesthetized with cyclopropane and halothane or with hypersensitivity to sympathomimetic amines.
