NITROPRUSSIDE SODIUM

Drug Name: NITROPRUSSIDE SODIUM

NITROPRUSSIDE SODIUM DESCRIPTION:
SODIUM NITROPRUSSIDE - INJECTION (nye-troh-PRUSS-ide)

COMMON NITROPRUSSIDE SODIUM BRAND NAME(S):
Nitropress

NITROPRUSSIDE SODIUM SIDE EFFECTS:
Nausea, dizziness or pain/redness at the injection site may occur. If these effects persist or worsen, notify the doctor. Unlikely but report promptly sweating, mental/mood changes, headache, stomach pain or muscle weakness or spasm. Very unlikely but report promptly trouble breathing, chest pain, fast, slow or irregular pulse, ringing in the ears, changes in skin appearance, rash, unusual bleeding or seizures. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

HOW TO USE NITROPRUSSIDE SODIUM:
NITROPRUSSIDE SODIUM: NITROPRUSSIDE SODIUM is diluted in liquid and given continuously into a vein (IV infusion). Dosage is based on the patient's condition and response to the drug. Maximum recommended doses should not be given for more than 10 minutes. Follow all instructions for proper mixing and dilution with the correct IV fluids. Consult the