About Levosimendan
Class:| Calcium sensitizer and inotropic agent
Use:| Treatment of acutely decompensated severe chronic heart failure
Adult dose:| Loading dose of 6-12 mcg/kg over 10 minutes, followed by a continuous infusion of 0.05-0.2 mcg/kg/min for up to 24 hours
Pediatric dose:| Safety and efficacy not established in pediatric patients
Side effects:| Hypotension, headache, atrial fibrillation, ventricular tachycardia, hypokalemia, nausea
Contraindications:| Severe renal impairment, severe hepatic
Drug Class
| Calcium sensitizer and inotropic agent
Uses & Indications
| Treatment of acutely decompensated severe chronic heart failure
Storage Requirements
Not available
Manufacturer & Packaging
Manufacturer: Orion Pharmaceutical Co., FINLAND
Package Size
5 ml X 1 Vial
Price & Supplier
Price in UAE: AED 4564.12
Dosage Information
Adult Dose
| Loading dose of 6-12 mcg/kg over 10 minutes, followed by a continuous infusion of 0.05-0.2 mcg/kg/min for up to 24 hours
Pediatric Dose
| Safety and efficacy not established in pediatric patients
Side Effects
| Hypotension, headache, atrial fibrillation, ventricular tachycardia, hypokalemia, nausea
Contraindications & Precautions
| Severe renal impairment, severe hepatic impairment, history of torsades de pointes, significant hypotension, hypersensitivity to levosimendan or any excipients
Important Warnings
Not available
Medical Disclaimer
This information is for educational purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice.
Always consult with a licensed healthcare provider or pharmacist in the UAE before taking any medication.
The information presented here is specific to medicines available in UAE pharmacies and is regularly updated
to ensure accuracy for patients and healthcare professionals in the United Arab Emirates.