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    ❤️ CardiovascularInjection (IV)

    Nitropress

    Sodium Nitroprusside

    Vasodilator for immediate reduction of blood pressure in hypertensive crises and acute heart failure.

    Form

    Injection (IV)

    Uses

    3

    Side effects

    5

    Category

    Cardiovascular

    01

    What is Nitropress used for?

    • Hypertensive emergency
    • Acute heart failure
    • Controlled hypotension during surgery
    02

    Sodium Nitroprusside side effects

    Common side effects of Sodium Nitroprusside include:

    Hypotension
    Nausea
    Headache
    Dizziness
    Flushing
    CommonModerateLess common
    03

    Sodium Nitroprusside warnings & precautions

    • Cyanide toxicity with prolonged/high-dose use. Monitor
    • Requires continuous blood pressure monitoring
    • Only for short-term use

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    04

    Frequently asked questions

    05

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    Disclaimer: This information is sourced from the FDA openFDA database and is provided for educational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your physician or pharmacist before starting or changing medication.