Isoxsuprine Hydrochloride
Pronouncation: (eye-SOX-you-preen HIGH-droe-KLOR-ide)
Class: Peripheral vasodilator
Trade Names:
Vasodilan
- Tablets 10 mg
- Tablets 20 mg
Trade Names:
Voxsuprine
- Tablets 10 mg
- Tablets 20 mg
Mechanism of Action
Pharmacology
Stimulates skeletal beta receptors to produce vasodilation; stimulates cardiac function (increased contractility, heart rate, and cardiac output) and relaxes uterus. At higher doses, inhibits platelet aggregation and decreases blood viscosity.
Pharmacokinetics
Absorption
Well absorbed from the GI tract.
Metabolism
Partially conjugated in the blood.
Elimination
The t 1/2 is approximately 1.25 h. Primarily excreted in the urine.
Onset
1 h (oral); 10 min (IV).
Special Populations
Neonates
The t 1/2 is 1.5 to 3 h (near term) and 6 to 8 h (for less mature).
Indications and Usage
Possibly effective for treatment of cerebral vascular insufficiency, peripheral vascular disease caused by arteriosclerosis obliterans, thromboangiitis obliterans, Raynaud's disease.
Unlabeled Uses
Treatment of dysmenorrhea, premature labor.
Contraindications
Arterial bleeding; use during immediate postpartum period.
Dosage and Administration
Adults
PO 10 to 20 mg 3 or 4 times daily.
Drug Interactions
None well documented.
Laboratory Test Interactions
None well documented.
Adverse Reactions
Cardiovascular
Hypotension; tachycardia; chest pain.
CNS
Dizziness; weakness.
Dermatologic
Severe rash.
GI
Nausea; vomiting; abdominal distress.
Precautions
Pregnancy
Category C .
Lactation
Undetermined.
Patient Information
- Instruct patient to report the following symptoms to health care provider: Fast heartbeat, chest pain, pounding in chest, severe rash, flushing, weakness, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain.
- Caution patient to avoid sudden position changes to prevent orthostatic hypotension.
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