Inamrinone
Also known as: Inocor, Amcoral, Vesistol, Wincoram
- **Hospital Use Only:** This medication is administered intravenously in a hospital setting where intensive care is available. - **Investigational Nature:** Clients should be made aware of the 'investigational nature' (off-label use) of this drug in dogs and cats. - **Intensive Monitoring:** Your pet will require continuous monitoring of their heart rhythm (ECG) and blood pressure while receiving this medication.
Dosage must be set by your veterinarian for your specific pet. Never give human medication or another pet’s prescription without veterinary guidance.
What it is used for
- Positive inotropic agent
- Positive inotropic agent
- Positive inotropic agent
- Positive inotropic agent
- Positive inotropic agent
- For patients coming off cardiopulmonary bypass with poor cardiac contractility
- Adjunctive treatment for calcium channel blocker overdose
How it is given
Possible side effects
- Arrhythmias
- Hypotension
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Thrombocytopenia (particularly with prolonged therapy)
- Hepatotoxicity
- Hypersensitivity reactions (variable symptomatology: pericarditis to myositis)
Cautions & contraindications
- Severe aortic or pulmonic valve disease
- Hypersensitivity to inamrinone or bisulfites
- **Contraindicated** in severe aortic or pulmonic valve disease. Use **extreme caution** in patients with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. Reproductive safety data are conflicting (FDA Category C); use only when benefits outweigh risks. It is unknown if it is secreted in milk; exercise caution. Must only be used in settings where appropriate cardiovascular monitoring can be employed.
Drug interactions
- Digoxin: Additive inotropic effect; generally considered a positive drug interaction.
- Disopyramide: May cause excessive hypotension when used concurrently.
Frequently asked questions
What is Inamrinone used for in pets?
- **Hospital Use Only:** This medication is administered intravenously in a hospital setting where intensive care is available. - **Investigational Nature:** Clients should be made aware of the 'investigational nature' (off-label use) of this drug in dogs and cats. - **Intensive Monitoring:** Your pet will require continuous monitoring of their heart rhythm (ECG) and blood pressure while receiving this medication.
Is Inamrinone safe for my pet?
Dosage must be set by your veterinarian for your specific pet. Never give human medication or another pet’s prescription without veterinary guidance.
This article is for general education and is not a substitute for professional veterinary advice. If your pet is unwell, please consult a veterinarian.
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