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Procainamide – Uses, Dosage, and Brands in UAE

Brand Name: PROCAINAMIDE
Strength: 100 mg/ml | Form: Solution For Injection
Price in UAE: AED 4200.00
Available in UAE pharmacies

About Procainamide

Class: | Antiarrhythmic agent (Class IA) Use: | Treatment of ventricular arrhythmias, atrial fibrillation, and atrial flutter; used in acute situations to restore normal heart rhythm. Adult dose: | Initial: 100 mg IV bolus over 10-30 minutes; Maintenance: 1-4 mg/min continuous IV infusion, adjusted based on clinical response and plasma levels. Pediatric dose: | Initial: 5-10 mg/kg IV bolus over 10-30 minutes; Maintenance: 20-80 mcg/kg/min continuous IV infusion, adjusted based on clinical

Drug Class

Antiarrhythmic agent (Class IA)

Uses & Indications

Treatment of ventricular arrhythmias, atrial fibrillation, and atrial flutter; used in acute situations to restore normal heart rhythm.

Storage Requirements

Store at room temperature (20-25°C or 68-77°F); protect from light; do not freeze.

Manufacturer & Packaging

Manufacturer: Sandoz Canada Inc., CANADA

Package Size

10ml Vial x 10

Price & Supplier

Price in UAE: AED 4200.00

Dosage Information

Adult Dose

Initial: 100 mg IV bolus over 10-30 minutes; Maintenance: 1-4 mg/min continuous IV infusion, adjusted based on clinical response and plasma levels.

Pediatric Dose

Initial: 5-10 mg/kg IV bolus over 10-30 minutes; Maintenance: 20-80 mcg/kg/min continuous IV infusion, adjusted based on clinical response and plasma levels.

Side Effects

Hypotension, bradycardia, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and potential for drug-induced lupus erythematosus.

Contraindications & Precautions

Hypersensitivity to procainamide or any component of the formulation; complete heart block; systemic lupus erythematosus; torsades de pointes; severe heart failure.

Important Warnings

Monitor for signs of hypotension and arrhythmias; may cause or exacerbate heart failure; potential for blood dyscrasias; regular monitoring of complete blood counts and renal function is recommended.

Other Brands & Strengths Available in UAE

Different brands and strengths of Procainamide available in UAE pharmacies:

PROCAINAMIDE 1 g/2ml Solution For Injection PROCAINAMIDE 100 mg/ml Solution For Injection PROCAINAMIDE 100 mg/ml Solution For Injection PROCAINAMIDE HYDROCHLORIDE 100 mg/ml Solution For Injection

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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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