About enoximone
Phosphodiesterase-3 inhibitor inotrope
Used for
- Short-term treatment of severe heart failure when other treatments are inadequate.
Usual adult dose
Intravenous infusion, typically 5–10 micrograms/kg/min; specialist-adjusted in hospital.
Common side effects
- Low blood pressure
- Abnormal heart rhythms
- Headache
- Nausea
Important warnings
- Hospital use with continuous heart rhythm and blood pressure monitoring.
- May cause dangerous arrhythmias or worsen low blood pressure.
- Dose adjustments may be needed with kidney impairment.
- Not intended for long-term heart failure treatment.
Pregnancy
Use only when clearly needed; pregnancy safety information is limited.
Breastfeeding
Breastfeeding safety information is limited; use requires specialist assessment.
Interactions
- Other medicines that lower blood pressure may increase hypotension.
- Medicines affecting heart rhythm may increase arrhythmia risk.
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