What is Ephedrine Sulfate: Uses, Warnings & Interactions

How to take Ephedrine Sulfate

• Injection routeYour doctor will prescribe your exact dose and tell you how often it should be given. This medicine is given as a shot under your skin, into a muscle, or into a vein.

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

• This medicine is not for long-term use.

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

• This medicine is not for long-term use.

• Injection routeYour doctor will prescribe your exact dose and tell you how often it should be given. This medicine is given as a shot under your skin, into a muscle, or into a vein.

What to do if you miss a dose of Ephedrine Sulfate

Ephedrine Sulfate contraindications

• This medicine is not right for everyone. You should not receive it if you had an allergic reaction to ephedrine.

Ephedrine Sulfate warnings

• Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have kidney disease, diabetes, heart disease, high blood pressure, enlarged prostate, thyroid problems, or a history of stroke.

• Your doctor will check your progress and the effects of this medicine at regular visits. Keep all appointments.

• Shallow breathing, pale or blue skin

• Tremors, anxiety, nervousness, dizziness

Ephedrine Sulfate interactions

• Some medicines can affect how ephedrine works. Tell your doctor if you are using any of the following: Atropine, digoxin, guanethidine, mephentermine, methoxamine, phenylephrine, quinidine, reserpine, or theophyllineAn MAO inhibitorBlood pressure medicineErgot medicine