Inocor I. V.
Generic name: inamrinone
Pharmacist-reviewed drug information from the RxWiki encyclopedia.
Overview
inamrinone is a prescription medication used to treat congestive heart failure. Inamrinone belongs to a group of drugs called cardiac inotropic agents, which help the heart increase its ability to beat. It also relaxes the blood vessels so the heart does not have to pump as hard.
This medication is available in an injectable form to be given directly into a vein (IV) by a healthcare professional.
Common side effects of inamrinone include upset stomach, lowered platelet counts, and a sudden drop in blood pressure.
What is it used for?
Inamrinone is a prescription medication used to treat congestive heart failure.
This medication may be prescribed for other uses. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.
Side effects
Serious side effects have been reported with inamrinone.
Common side effects of inamrinone include upset stomach, lowered platelet counts, and a sudden drop in blood pressure (hypotension).
This is not a complete list of inamrinone side effects. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.
Tell your doctor if you have any side effect that bothers you or that does not go away.
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
Drug interactions
No inamrinone drug interactions have been identified. However, you should tell your doctor about all the medicines you take including prescription and non-prescription medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements. Not all drug interactions are known or reported and new drug interactions are continually being reported.
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