Themicar Injection 10 ml

Themicar Injection 10 ml belongs to a category of medications called ‘Antihypotensives’ primarily used to treat hypotension (low blood pressure). Besides this, Themicar Injection 10 ml is also indicated to treat hypotensive states, such as circulatory failure during spinal anaesthesia or drug-induced hypotension. Hypotension is a condition when blood pressure drops below the normal range, which may reduce cardiac output and hypovolemia (low blood volume). It can cause dizziness, weakness, fainting, and a risk of injury from falls.

Themicar Injection 10 ml contains ‘Mephentermine’ is a class of medicines called sympathomimetic. It helps to release a chemical messenger (adrenaline), which compresses the blood vessels. It increases blood pressure rapidly by increasing the pumping capacity of the heart and narrowing the blood vessels of the heart.  Hence, it works to increase your blood pressure.

Themicar Injection 10 ml will be administered by a healthcare professional. Do not self-administer Themicar Injection 10 ml. Some people may experience systemic hypertension (high blood pressure), anxiety, insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), and CNS stimulation. Most of these side effects of Themicar Injection 10 ml do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is advised to inform your doctor before taking Themicar Injection 10 ml. It should not be used in children below 18 years. Themicar Injection 10 ml should be used with caution in patients with having heart disease, overactive thyroid, shock, dehydration, or acidosis (increased acid level in blood). Do not take Themicar Injection 10 ml if you have taken an MAO inhibitor (anti-depressant medication like Isocarboxazid, Phenelzine, Selegiline, and Tranylcypromine) in the last 14 days. If you have high blood pressure, kidney or liver problems, or coronary artery disease, inform your doctor before taking Themicar Injection 10 ml.

Themicar Injection 10 ml consists of Mephentermine is a sympathomimetic medicine. It helps to release a chemical messenger (adrenaline), which compresses the blood vessels. It increases the blood pressure rapidly by increasing the pumping capacity of the heart and narrowing the blood vessels of the heart.  Hence, it works to increase your blood pressure. Themicar Injection 10 ml also used by anesthesiologist and intensive care specialist to treat hypotension (decreased blood pressure) due to vasodilation caused by general, epidural, and spinal anesthesia (caesarian section).

• Systemic hypertension (high blood pressure)
• Anxiety
• Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
• CNS stimulation

Tell your doctor if you are allergic to Themicar Injection 10 ml, or any of its ingredients. Keep your doctor informed about all the medicines you are taking, including prescription, non-prescription medicines, and herbal supplements. Themicar Injection 10 ml is not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding unless prescribed by a doctor. Themicar Injection 10 ml should not be given to children as safety and effectiveness have not been established. Before using Themicar Injection 10 ml, tell your doctor if you have liver/kidney problems, hypertension, overactive thyroid, shock, dehydration, acidosis. Do not drive or handle machinery unless you are alert. Themicar Injection 10 ml is not recommended in the treatment of hypotension (low blood pressure) induced by chlorpromazine because it may potentiate, rather than correct. Inform your doctor if you are taking or have recently taken medication to treat severe depression.  

Drug-drug interactions: Themicar Injection 10 ml may interact with central nervous system stimulants (amphetamine, dextroamphetamine, lisdexamfetamine), respiratory stimulants (guaifenesin, phenylpropanolamine, phenylephrine), a drug used for thyroid disorder (levothyroxine), medicines used for weight loss (phentermine), anti-depressant (isocarboxazid, phenelzine, selegiline, and tranylcypromine).

Drug-food interactions: No interaction found.

Drug-disease interactions: Themicar Injection 10 ml should be used with caution in patients with hypertension, heart disease, dehydration and acidosis (buildup acid in the blood).

• AMPHETAMINE
• DEXTROAMPHETAMINE
• GUAIFENESIN+BROMHEXINE
• PHENYLEPHRINE
• LEVOTHYROXINE SODIUM
• ISOCARBOXAZID
• PHENELZINE
• SELEGILINE
• TRANYLCYPROMINE

• Add foods with high vitamin B12, including eggs, fortified cereals, and nutritional yeast to your daily diet.
• Salty foods can increase blood pressure. Try eating canned soup, cottage cheese, olives, and pickled items.
• Drink coffee and caffeinated tea; it may spike blood pressure by stimulating the cardiovascular system.
• Eat small meals more frequently; large meals may drop in blood pressure as your body works harder to digest larger meals.
• Drink more water and limit alcohol; dehydration lowers blood pressure.
• Change body position standing up slowly.
• Avoid prolonged bed rest.
• If you exercise outdoors in extreme heat, take frequent breaks.
• Avoid spending a long time in saunas, hot tubs, and steam rooms which cause dehydration.

Do not take Themicar Injection 10 ml if you have taken an MAO inhibitor (anti-depressant medication) in the past 14 days; it may cause serious drug interaction.

Hypotension: Low blood pressure is a condition when blood pressure drops below the normal range, which may reduce cardiac output and hypovolemia (low blood volume). It can cause dizziness, weakness, fainting, and a risk of injury from falls. Also, severely low blood pressure can deprive your body of enough oxygen to carry out its functions, leading to damage to your heart and brain. Systolic pressure is the pressure when the heart pumps blood out. On the other hand, diastolic pressure is when your heart is at the resting stage between heartbeats. Ideal blood pressure should be 120/80 mmHg. Hypotension exists when the systolic pressure is less than 90 mmHg, and the diastolic pressure is less than 60 mmHg.