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Remifentanil Hydrochloride – Uses, Dosage, and Brands in UAE

Brand Name: REMIFENTANIL HCL
Strength: 5 mg | Form: Powder For Solution For Injection
Price in UAE: AED 160.08
Available in UAE pharmacies

About Remifentanil Hydrochloride

Class: | Opioid analgesic Use: | Induction and maintenance of anesthesia; analgesia during surgery; sedation in intensive care settings Adult dose: | Initial bolus of 0.5 to 1 mcg/kg IV, followed by continuous infusion of 0.05 to 2 mcg/kg/min, titrated to effect Pediatric dose: | Initial bolus of 1 mcg/kg IV, followed by continuous infusion of 0.05 to 2 mcg/kg/min, titrated to effect (use in children under 1 year should be approached with caution) Side effects: | Respiratory depression,

Drug Class

Opioid analgesic

Uses & Indications

Induction and maintenance of anesthesia; analgesia during surgery; sedation in intensive care settings

Storage Requirements

Store at room temperature (20°C to 25°C or 68°F to 77°F); protect from light; reconstituted solutions should be used immediately or stored for a limited time as per guidelines

Manufacturer & Packaging

Manufacturer: Wockhardt, UNITED KINGDOM

Package Size

Vial

Price & Supplier

Price in UAE: AED 160.08

Dosage Information

Adult Dose

Initial bolus of 0.5 to 1 mcg/kg IV, followed by continuous infusion of 0.05 to 2 mcg/kg/min, titrated to effect

Pediatric Dose

Initial bolus of 1 mcg/kg IV, followed by continuous infusion of 0.05 to 2 mcg/kg/min, titrated to effect (use in children under 1 year should be approached with caution)

Side Effects

Respiratory depression, hypotension, bradycardia, nausea, vomiting, muscle rigidity, and injection site reactions

Contraindications & Precautions

Hypersensitivity to remifentanil or any component of the formulation; severe respiratory depression; acute or severe bronchial asthma; known or suspected gastrointestinal obstruction

Important Warnings

Risk of respiratory depression, especially in opioid-naive patients; monitor patients closely for signs of respiratory depression; potential for abuse and addiction; use with caution in patients with a history of substance use disorder or respiratory conditions

Other Brands & Strengths Available in UAE

Different brands and strengths of Remifentanil Hydrochloride available in UAE pharmacies:

DORMIDEN 1 mg Powder For Solution For Injection DORMIDEN 2 mg Powder for Concentrate for Solution for Infusion. DORMIDEN 5 mg Powder for Concentrate for Solution for Infusion. REMIFENTANIL HCL 1 mg Powder For Solution For Injection REMIFENTANIL HCL 2 mg Powder For Solution For Injection REMIFENTANIL HCL 2 mg Powder For Solution For Injection REMIFENTANIL HCL 5 mg Powder For Solution For Injection REMIFENTANIL HCL 5 mg Powder For Solution For Injection REMIFENTANIL MYLAN 1 mg Powder For Solution For Injection REMIFENTANIL MYLAN 2 mg Powder For Solution For Injection

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See also: Other Opioid analgesic medicines available in UAE pharmacies

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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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