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Generic: esmolol View All Brands Esmolol Hydrochloride, Brevibloc A cardioselective beta blocker - Beta-blockers reduce the workload on the heart and help it to beat more regularly				To get info about second drug, type a name above.
What is this medicine? ESMOLOL is a beta- blocker. Beta- blockers reduce the workload on the heart and help it to beat more regularly. This medicine is used to slow down a fast heart rate and reduce high blood pressure. This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist if you have questions. What should I tell my health care provider before I take this medicine? They need to know if you have any of these conditions: diabetes heart or vessel disease like slow heart rate, worsening heart failure, heart block, sick sinus syndrome or Raynaud's disease kidney disease low blood pressure lung or breathing disease, like asthma or emphysema pheochromocytoma an unusual or allergic reaction to esmolol, other beta- blockers, medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives pregnant or trying to get pregnant breast- feeding How should I use this medicine? This medicine is for injection or infusion into a vein. It is usually given by a health- care professional in a hospital or clinic setting. Talk to your pediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in children. Special care may be needed. Overdosage: If you think you have taken too much of this medicine contact a poison control center or emergency room at once. NOTE: This medicine is only for you. Do not share this medicine with others. What if I miss a dose? This does not apply. What may interact with this medicine? Do not take this medicine with any of the following medications: sotalol This medicine may also interact with the following medications: digoxin medicines for high blood pressure morphine reserpine succinylcholine warfarin This list may not describe all possible interactions. Give your health care provider a list of all the medicines, herbs, non- prescription drugs, or dietary supplements you use. Also tell them if you smoke, drink alcohol, or use illegal drugs. Some items may interact with your medicine.
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