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Esmolol
How Esmolol works
Esmolol is a beta blocker that works specifically on the heart. It works by slowing down the heart rate and makes the heart more efficient at pumping blood around the body.
Side Effects
Nausea, Headache, Fatigue, Constipation, Diarrhoea, Dizziness, Cold extremities
Usage
Esmolol is used in the treatment of chest pain (Angina), arrhythmias, heart attack and high blood pressure.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Is Esmolol a vasodilator?Esmolol belongs to the class of drugs called beta-blocker, and can dilate blood vessels
Q. Is Esmolol a vesicant?Yes. Esmolol is a vesicant and can cause skin discoloration and necrosis if it leaks during infusion
Q. Is Esmolol a vasopressor?Esmolol is a vasodilator
Q. Is Esmolol a vasopressor?Esmolol is a vasodilator
Q. How is Esmolol supplied?Esmolol is supplied in the form of solution for injection or infusion
Q. What is Esmolol drip?Esmolol drip is the Esmolol solution for injection or infusion
Q. What is Esmolol drip?Esmolol drip is the Esmolol solution for injection or infusion
Q. Why is Esmolol short acting?Esmolol is short acting as it undergoes quick breakdown (hydrolysis) and has an elimination half-life of about 9 mins.
