What is Dopram? Uses, warnings & side effects

How to take Dopram

• Injection routeYour doctor will prescribe your dose and schedule. This medicine is given through a needle placed in a vein.

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

What to do if you miss a dose of Dopram

Dopram contraindications - Who shouldn't take Dopram?

• You should not use this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to doxapram. Your child should not receive this medicine if your child is less than one month old. You should not use this medicine if you have had a recent head injury or if you have epilepsy, seizures, asthma, severe high blood pressure, or severe heart disease.

Dopram warnings

• Make sure your doctor knows if you are pregnant or breast feeding. Tell your doctor if you have an overactive thyroid (hyperthyroid) or an adrenal gland tumor (pheochromocytoma).

• Blurred vision.

• Chest pain, tightness in your chest, trouble breathing, or rapid breathing.

• High fever.

• Pounding, fast, or uneven heartbeat.

• Seizures or movements you cannot control.

• Unusual bleeding, bruising, or weakness.

Dopram interactions & what to avoid when taking Dopram

• Make sure your doctor knows if you are using MAO inhibitor medicine such as Eldepryl®, Marplan®, Nardil®, or Parnate®. Tell your doctor if you are using muscle relaxants.

• Make sure your doctor knows if you have recently had surgery or anesthesia. Tell your doctor if you are using any medicine that raises your blood pressure, treats nasal congestion, treats a severe allergic reaction, or makes you less sleepy.