ADRENALINE HYDROCHLORIDE TOPICAL SOLUTION
SCHEDULING STATUS:
S1
PROPRIETARY NAME
(and dosage form):
ADRENALINE HYDROCHLORIDE TOPICAL SOLUTION
COMPOSITION:
Each mL contains 1 mg Adrenaline base as the hydrochloride.
Preservative: Chlorbutol 0,5% m/v.
PHARMACOLOGICAL CLASSIFICATION:
A 5.1 (Adrenomimetic).
PHARMACOLOGICAL ACTION:
The topical effect of Adrenaline is peripheral vasoconstriction.
INDICATIONS:
Topical application to check capillary bleeding, epistaxis, and bleeding from superficial wounds and abrasions, and after tooth extraction.
CONTRA-INDICATIONS:
Adrenaline should not be used in patients with burns because it has been reported to increase capillary oozing from the burned area.
DOSAGE AND DIRECTIONS FOR USE:
To be applied on sterile swabs in strengths of 1 –1 000 to 1 –50 000.
SIDE-EFFECTS AND SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS:
None.
KNOWN SYMPTOMS OF OVERDOSAGE AND PARTICULARS OF ITS TREATMENT:
Adrenaline may cause oedema, hyperaemia, and inflammation of mucous membranes if applied frequently.
IDENTIFICATION:
Clear solution in amber vials.
PRESENTATION:
Sterile solution in 30 mL amber vials.
STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS:
Store below 25°C.
Protect from light.
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
