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Lexiscan overview
BRAND NAMES:
Lexiscan
Generic Names:
Lexiscan
Uses:
Used for a heart stress test.
Therapeutic Classes:
Diagnostic Agent, Cardiac Function
Forms:
Injectable
How it’s taken:
By injection
What is Lexiscan used for?
Lexiscan is a prescription-only medication that is used by patients before they undergo a cardiac nuclear test. Lexiscan works by increasing blood flow in the coronary arteries. Lexiscan is available as an intravenous solution.
What form(s) does Lexiscan come in
Injectable
What are common Lexiscan doses?
Syringe 5ML of 0.4MG/5ML
Common Lexiscan prescriptions
Lexiscan
5ml of 0.4mg/5ml syringe
How to take Lexiscan
Injection routeA nurse or other health provider will give you this medicine.
Injection routeYour doctor will prescribe your dose and schedule. This medicine is given through a needle placed in a vein.
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 Lexiscan
Lexiscan contraindications
This medicine is not right for everyone. You should not receive it if you had an allergic reaction to regadenoson, or if you have certain heart rhythm problems.
Lexiscan warnings
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), heart or blood vessel disease, heart valve disease, seizures, or unstable angina.
This medicine may cause the following problems:Serious risk of heart attack, stroke, or heart rhythm problemsHigh or low blood pressureSeizures
Fast, slow, or uneven heartbeat
Lightheadedness, dizziness, or fainting
Numbness or weakness on one side of your body, sudden or severe headache, problems with vision, speech, or walking
Lexiscan interactions
Do not eat or drink anything that contains caffeine for at least 12 hours before you receive this medicine. This includes medicines, foods, and drinks with caffeine, such as coffee, tea, and cola drinks.
Some foods and medicines can affect how regadenoson works. Tell your doctor if you are using aminophylline, dipyridamole, or theophylline. You may need to stop using dipyridamole for at least 2 days before this test, and stop using aminophylline or theophylline for at least 12 hours before this test.
Lexiscan side effects
Serious Side Effects
Lightheadedness, dizziness, or fainting
Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
Chest pain that may spread to your arms, jaw, back, or neck, trouble breathing, nausea, unusual sweating
Fast, slow, or uneven heartbeat
Numbness or weakness on one side of your body, sudden or severe headache, problems with vision, speech, or walking
Less Serious Side Effects
Upset stomach
Headache
Warmth or redness in your face, neck, arms, or upper chest
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