What is Adenosine? Uses, warnings & side effects

How to take Adenosine

• Your doctor will prescribe your exact dose. This medicine is given as a shot into a vein.

• Injection routeA nurse or other health provider will give you this medicine.

• Injection routeA nurse or other health provider will give you this medicine.

• Your doctor will prescribe your exact dose. This medicine is given as a shot into a vein.

What to do if you miss a dose of Adenosine

Adenosine contraindications - Who shouldn't take Adenosine?

• This medicine is not right for everyone. You should not receive it if you had an allergic reaction to adenosine, or if you have asthma or certain heart rhythm problems.

Adenosine warnings

• Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have breathing problems or lung disease, heart or blood vessel disease, heart valve disease, seizures, or unstable angina.

• This medicine may cause the following problems:Serious risk of heart attack or strokeHigh or low blood pressureSeizures

• Fast, slow, or uneven heartbeat

• Lightheadedness, dizziness, or fainting

• Numbness of weakness on one side of your body, sudden or severe headache, problems with vision, speech, or walking

• Throat, neck, or jaw discomfort, pain, or tightness

Adenosine interactions & what to avoid when taking Adenosine

• Some foods and medicines can affect how adenosine works. Tell your doctor if you are using aminophylline, carbamazepine, digoxin, dipyridamole, theophylline, verapamil, or blood pressure medicines.

• Do not eat or drink anything that contains caffeine before you receive this medicine. This includes medicines, foods, and drinks with caffeine, such as coffee, tea, and cola drinks.