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Methylthioninium Chloride (Methylene Blue) – Uses, Dosage, and Brands in UAE

Brand Name: METHYLTHIONINIUM CHLORIDE INJECTION USP

Strength: 10 mg/ml | Form: Solution For Injection

Price in UAE: AED 51.67

Available in UAE pharmacies

About Methylthioninium Chloride (Methylene Blue)

Class: | Antidote, dye, and antimicrobial agent Use: | Treatment of methemoglobinemia, urinary tract infections, and as a surgical dye; also used in certain diagnostic procedures Adult dose: | 1-2 mg/kg IV over 5 minutes; may repeat after 1 hour if necessary, not to exceed 7 mg/kg in 24 hours Pediatric dose: | 1-2 mg/kg IV over 5 minutes; may repeat after 1 hour if necessary, not to exceed 7 mg/kg in 24 hours Side effects: | Headache, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and potential

Drug Class

Antidote, dye, and antimicrobial agent

Uses & Indications

Treatment of methemoglobinemia, urinary tract infections, and as a surgical dye; also used in certain diagnostic procedures

Storage Requirements

Store at room temperature (20-25°C or 68-77°F); protect from light

Manufacturer & Packaging

Manufacturer: Martindale Pharmaceuticals, UNITED KINGDOM

Package Size

10ml

Price & Supplier

Price in UAE: AED 51.67

Dosage Information

Adult Dose

1-2 mg/kg IV over 5 minutes; may repeat after 1 hour if necessary, not to exceed 7 mg/kg in 24 hours

Pediatric Dose

1-2 mg/kg IV over 5 minutes; may repeat after 1 hour if necessary, not to exceed 7 mg/kg in 24 hours

Side Effects

Headache, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and potential for urine discoloration (blue or green)

Contraindications & Precautions

Known hypersensitivity to methylene blue, severe renal impairment, and G6PD deficiency

Important Warnings

Risk of serotonin syndrome when used with serotonergic drugs; caution in patients with renal impairment and those with a history of hypersensitivity reactions

Other Brands & Strengths Available in UAE

Different brands and strengths of Methylthioninium Chloride (Methylene Blue) available in UAE pharmacies:

METHYLENE BLUE 10 mg/ml Solution For Injection METHYLENE BLUE 10 mg/ml Solution For Injection METHYLENE BLUE 10 mg/ml Solution For Injection METHYLENE BLUE 10 mg/ml Solution For Injection METHYLTHIONINIUM CHLORIDE INJECTION USP 10 mg/ml Solution For Injection METIBLO 10 mg/ml Solution For Injection METIBLO 10 mg/ml Solution For Injection

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.

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