Means "Droperidol" describes the instructions for use as an antipsychotic drug, which is a derivative of butyrophenone and has antiarrhythmic and cataleptogenic activity. The use of this medication has a pronounced antishock, antipsychotic and antiemetic effect on the patient's body. The reduction of arrhythmogenic and pressor effects of adrenaline, a decrease in pressure in the pulmonary artery, expansion of peripheral vessels, and a decrease in OPSS are also provided by Droperidol. The mechanism of action of this antipsychotic is based on blocking alpha-adrenergic receptors and central dopamine receptors.
This medicine is produced in the form of a solution for injection in ampoules of two, five or ten milliliters in volume. As an active element in the composition of this antipsychotic drug is droperidol.
As for the scope of this drug, the main indication for its use is neuroleptanalgesia (usually in combination with fentanyl). This term refers to intravenous
general anesthesia, in which a person is conscious, but does not experience pain or emotion. In this case, the most active drug "Droperidol" (instructions for use confirms this) is used during preparation for anesthesia, surgical, endoscopic and other instrumental interventions. Indications for the appointment of this remedy are also severe bouts of angina pectoris, myocardial infarction, shock and pain with injuries, hypertensive crisis. With
psychomotor agitation, pulmonary edema and hallucinations, it is also recommended to use the drug "Droperidol". Indications include vomiting and nausea during surgical or diagnostic medical procedures.
Use of this antipsychotic drug is strictly contraindicated in the case of a patient with hypersensitivity or
extrapyramidal disorders. During pregnancy, you should also not prescribe Droperidol. Instructions for use prohibit the use of the drug in the lactation period. In addition, up to two years of age is a direct contraindication. Finally, it is forbidden to use this antipsychotic drug during caesarean section.
If we talk about possible adverse reactions associated with the use of this tool, then the risk of developing arterial hypotension, dysphoria or depression should be highlighted first. Drowsiness, extrapyramidal symptoms, dizziness, hallucinations, bronchospasm, tremors, irritability and anxiety may also occur as a result of the administration of the drug “Droperidol”. Instructions for use and note a small likelihood of anaphylactic reactions and the development of hypertension (in the case of the simultaneous use of fentanyl).