Dexit 100mcg Injection 1 ml is a sedative that is used for the purpose of sedation in acute settings such as the intensive care unit (ICU). Dexit 100mcg Injection 1 ml finds application in aiding anaesthesia before surgical procedures and is also used to relax patients on mechanical ventilation. Dexit 100mcg Injection 1 ml contains Dexmedetomidine. Dexit 100mcg Injection 1 ml blocks pain signals, so the brain doesn't perceive pain or sensation and hence, brings on a sense of numbness and anaesthesia.

FAQs

How does Dexit 100mcg Injection 1 ml work?

Dexit 100mcg Injection 1 ml works by inhibiting the release of an active neurotransmitter (nerve substance) called norepinephrine and subsequently blocks pain signals.

I have high blood pressure; is it safe to use Dexit 100mcg Injection 1 ml?

Inform your doctor if you have high blood pressure or if you are taking blood pressure-lowering medicines as Dexit 100mcg Injection 1 ml may cause alterations in blood pressure.

Is Dexit 100mcg Injection 1 ml safe for patients with heart problems?

Dexit 100mcg Injection 1 ml is not recommended for people with heart rhythm problems, and very low blood pressure that does not respond to treatment. Inform your doctor if you have heart problems, abnormally slow heart rate, or high/low blood pressure.

Does Dexit 100mcg Injection 1 ml cause slow heart rate?

Dexit 100mcg Injection 1 ml may cause a slow heart rate. Inform your doctor if you have an abnormally slow heart rate as Dexit 100mcg Injection 1 ml may increase the risk of cardiac arrest.