Vasocon Injection
Prescription Required
Product introduction
Vasocon Injection is used in the treatment of life-threatening emergencies like severe allergic reaction and cardiac arrest. It rapidly relieves breathlessness and wheezing by relaxing the airways. It also stimulates the heart and increases the blood pressure.
Vasocon Injection is used in the treatment of heart block, cardiac arrest, shock and heart failure
Vasocon Injection is used in the treatment of heart block, cardiac arrest, shock and heart failure
Uses of Vasocon Injection
Benefits of Vasocon Injection
In Severe allergic reactions
Vasocon Injection is used along with emergency medical treatment to treat life-threatening allergic reactions caused by insect bites or stings, foods, medications, latex, and other causes. It reduces allergic reactions by reducing inflammatory response caused by the release of a chemical called histamine, that is responsible for various symptoms of allergic reactions like shortness of breath, hives, swelling, inflammation etc.
In Cardiac arrest
Vasocon Injection contains a hormone called adrenaline, that stimulates the heart and promotes blood flow. It is a proven life-saving treatment for people whose heart s have stopped working all of a sudden due to an emergency condition called cardiac arrest. Its action is fast though it has a very short duration of action. It is given in an emergency condition to save life by a trained healthcare professional only.
Side effects of Vasocon 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 Vasocon
- Headache
- Palpitations
- Tremors
How to use Vasocon 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 Vasocon Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Vasocon 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.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Vasocon Injection is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
SAFE
Vasocon Injection does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Vasocon Injection in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Vasocon Injection in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- It is usually given as an injection into your muscle. In cases of medical emergencies, it may be given through a vein.
- It may cause dizziness. Do not drive or anything requiring mental focus until you know how Vasocon Injection affects you.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Catecholamines
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
CARDIAC
Action Class
Sympathomimetics agonist
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Vasocon Injection
Once A Day
48%
Once A Week
14%
Four Times A *
14%
Twice A Month
10%
Once A Month
10%
Alternate Day
3%
*Four Times A Day
What are you using Vasocon Injection for?
Glaucoma
33%
Severe allerg*
33%
Others
17%
Bleeding
17%
*Severe allergic reaction
How much was the improvement?
Poor
67%
Excellent
33%
What were the side-effects while using Vasocon Injection?
Palpitations
33%
Restlessness
17%
Headache
17%
Systemic hype*
17%
Tremor
17%
*Systemic hypertension (high blood pressure)
How do you take Vasocon Injection?
With or witho*
100%
*With or without food
Please rate Vasocon Injection on price
Not Expensive
100%
FAQs
Where is Vasocon Injection injected?
Vasocon Injection should be injected only in the middle of the outer side of the thigh, and can be injected through clothing if necessary in an emergency.
Which areas of the body Vasocon Injection should not be given?
It should not be injected into a vein or into the muscles of your buttocks, since it may not work. Accidentally injecting this medicine into your hands or feet may result in a loss of blood flow to those areas, and resulting in numbness.
When Vasocon Injection should not be given?
This medicine should be avoided if you are suffering from any infection, disease, or tumor of the brain, history of heart disease (especially increased heart rate), or in cases of atherosclerosis (narrowing of your blood vessels).
When should I call my doctor?
Call your doctor right away if you experience any sudden wheeziness, difficulty in breathing, swelling of the eyelids, face or lips, rash or itching (especially affecting your whole body), chest pain, shortness of breath, nausea, or an irregular heartbeat.
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Disclaimer:
Tata 1mg's sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover everything about particular health conditions, lab tests, medicines, all possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, alerts, etc. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.References
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- Biaggioni I, Robertson D. Adrenoreceptor Agonists & Sympathomimetic Drugs. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ, editors. Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. p. 139.
- Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. p. 477.
- Teerlink JR, Sliwa Karen, Opie LH. Heart Failure. In: Opie LH, Gersh BJ, editors. Drugs for the Heart. 8th ed. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania: Elsevier Saunders; 2013. pp. 179-80.
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Marketer details
Name: Neon Laboratories Ltd
Address: 140, Damji Samji Industrial Complex, Mahakali Caves Rd., Andheri(East), Mumbai-93.
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: February, 2025
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Vasocon Injection. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
Expires on or after: February, 2025
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Vasocon Injection. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
In case of any issues, contact us
Email ID: [email protected]Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
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