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    • ADENOSINE

    • QTY 2
    • 3 MG/ML
    • VIAL
    • Near  77381

ADENOSINE (a DEN uh seen) treats a fast or irregular heartbeat (arrhythmia). It works by slowing down overactive electric signals in the heart, which stabilizes your heart rhythm. It belongs to a group of medications called antiarrhythmics.


ADENOSINE Lifestyle Interactions

  • Adenosine 3mg/1mL, Solution for injection

    Interaction: Caffeine-containing Foods/Beverages
    Severity: Major
    Notes for Consumers: Caffeine may decrease the actions of Adenosine. Discuss your Caffeine intake (including intake of coffee, colas, teas, or herbal supplements) with your healthcare provider prior to any procedures or examinations involving heart function. Avoid caffeine prior these procedures.
    Notes for Professionals: Larger doses of adenosine may be required or adenosine may not be effective in the presence of methylxanthines. The effects of adenosine are antagonized by methylxanthines. When used for diagnostic purposes, instruct patients to avoid caffeine-containing foods/beverages for at least 5 half-lives prior to the imaging study.

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