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POLARAMINE 5 mg/ml INJECTABLE SOLUTION

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Introducción

Prospecto: información para el usuario

POLARAMINE 5 mg/ml SOLUCIÓN INYECTABLE

dexclorfeniramina maleato

Lea todo el prospecto detenidamente antes de empezar a usar este medicamento, porque contiene información importante para usted.

  • Conserve este prospecto, ya que puede tener que volver a leerlo.
  • Si tiene alguna duda, consulte a su médico o farmacéutico.
  • Este medicamento se le ha recetado a usted y no debe dárselo a otras personas, aunque tengan los mismos síntomas, ya que puede perjudicarles.
  • Si considera que alguno de los efectos adversos que sufre es grave o si aprecia cualquier efecto adverso no mencionado en este prospecto, informe a su médico o farmacéutico

Contenido del prospecto:

  1. Qué es Polaramine 5 mg/ml solución inyectable y para qué se utiliza
  2. Antes de usar Polaramine 5 mg/ml solución inyectable
  3. Cómo usar Polaramine 5 mg/ml solución inyectable
  4. Posibles efectos adversos
  5. Conservación de Polaramine 5 mg/ml solución inyectable
  6. Información adicional

1. Qué es POLARAMINE 5 mg/ml SOLUCIÓN INYECTABLE y para qué se utiliza

Polaramine 5 mg/ml solución inyectable se presenta en forma de solución inyectable. El principio activo de Polaramine es dexclorfeniramina que pertenece a un grupo de medicamentos conocidos como antihistamínicos (usados para tratar la alergia) que compiten con la histamina por los sitios receptores de las células efectoras.

Polaramine está indicado en situaciones en las que no es practicable la administración oral: en el alivio de reacciones alérgicas a sangre o plasma, en el tratamiento de reacciones anafilácticas conjuntamente con adrenalina y otras medidas necesarias después de controlar las manifestaciones agudas y en otras afecciones alérgicas no complicadas de tipo inmediato cuando el tratamiento por vía oral es imposible o está contraindicado.

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2. ANTES DE USAR POLARAMINE 5 mg/ml SOLUCIÓN INYECTABLE

No use Polaramine 5 mg/ml solución inyectable

  • si es alérgico (hipersensible) a dexclorfeniramina maleato o a cualquiera de los demás componentes de Polaramine o a otros antihistamínicos con estructura química similar.
  • Polaramine no debe ser administrado a niños menores de dos años.
  • si está bajo tratamiento con un tipo especial de antidepresivos conocidos como inhibidores de la monoamino-oxidasa (MAO) o durante las dos semanas siguientes a la interrupción del tratamiento.

Tenga especial cuidado con Polaramine 5 mg/ml solución inyectable

  • si padece glaucoma de ángulo estrecho, cierta clase de úlcera de estómago (estenosante), obstrucción piloroduodenal, enfermedades de la próstata o estrechez de cuello de la vejiga urinaria, asma bronquial y aumento de la presión intraocular, enfermedades del tiroides, enfermedades cardiovasculares, incluyendo hipertensión arterial.
  • si tiene más de 60 años, ya que en pacientes mayores de 60 años, Polaramine puede causar mareos, sedación y bajadas de tensión.
  • Polaramine puede causar excitación, especialmente en niños.
  • si está usando Polaramine, no debe desempeñar actividades que requieran una máxima atención, tales como conducir un automóvil u operar instrumentos o maquinaria.

Uso de otros medicamentos

Informe a su médico o farmacéutico si está utilizando o ha utilizado recientemente otros medicamentos, incluso los adquiridos sin receta.

Un tipo especial de antidepresivos conocidos como inhibidores de la monoamino-oxidasa prolongan e intensifican el efecto de los antihistamínicos, pudiendo producir hipotensión grave, es decir, bajadas graves de la tensión arterial.

El uso simultáneo de antihistamínicos con alcohol, antidepresivos del grupo de los tricíclicos, barbitúricos u otros medicamentos que actúan en el sistema nervioso central puede potenciar el efecto sedante de la dexclorfeniramina.

Los medicamentos del grupo del Polaramine (antihistamínicos) pueden disminuir la acción de los anticoagulantes orales, por lo que debe consultar con su médico antes de usar Polaramine.

Interacción con pruebas de laboratorio

El tratamiento con Polaramine debe suspenderse al menos, 48 horas antes de realizar cualquier prueba cutánea de alergia, ya que los medicamentos del grupo del Polaramine (antihistamínicos) pueden enmascarar el resultado de estas pruebas.

Embarazo y lactancia

Consulte a su médico o farmacéutico antes de utilizar cualquier medicamento.

Polaramine no debe administrarse durante el tercer trimestre del embarazo debido a que el recién nacido y los niños prematuros pueden tener reacciones severas graves a los antihistamínicos.

Durante los dos primeros trimestres de embarazo sólo se utilizará Polaramine si su médico lo considera necesario.

Se desconoce si Polaramine es eliminado por la leche humana, por lo que debe consultar con su médico si está en periodo de lactancia.

Conducción y uso de máquinas

  • Polaramine puede producir somnolencia alterando la capacidad mental y/o física. Si nota estos efectos evite conducir vehículos o utilizar máquinas.

3. Cómo USAR POLARAMINE 5 mg/ml SOLUCIÓN INYECTABLE

Siga exactamente las instrucciones de administración de Polaramine indicadas por su médico. Consulte a su médico o farmacéutico si tiene dudas.

Polaramine 5 mg/ml solución inyectable debe ser administrado por personal sanitario.

Adultos: La dosis deberá individualizarse de acuerdo a la necesidad y la respuesta del paciente. La dosis recomendada es de 5 mg (1 ampolla) administrada por vía intravenosa o intramuscular profunda. La dosis máxima diaria es de 20 mg (4 ampollas). En el caso de reacción durante una transfusión no administre Polaramine en la transfusión, sino separadamente.

Si usa más Polaramine 5 mg/ml solución inyectable del que debiera

Si ha utilizado más Polaramine de lo que debe, consulte inmediatamente a su médico o a su farmacéutico.

En caso de sobredosis o ingestión accidental, consultar al Servicio de Información Toxicológica, teléfono 91 562 04 20.

Si olvidó usar Polaramine 5 mg/ml solución inyectable

No se administre una dosis doble para compensar las dosis olvidadas.

Si tiene cualquier otra duda sobre el uso de este producto, pregunte a su médico o farmacéutico.

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4. Posibles efectos adversos

Al igual que todos los medicamentos, Polaramine puede producir efectos adversos, aunque no todas las personas los sufran.

El efecto adverso más frecuente producido por dexclorfeniramina maleato es la somnolencia. Otros posibles efectos adversos incluyen aquellos atribuibles a sus propiedades anticolinérgicas, así como aquellos comunes a los antihistamínicos, tales como:

Generales:urticaria, erupción medicamentosa, reacciones alérgicas graves (shock anafiláctico), sensibilidad a la luz, sudoración excesiva, escalofríos, sequedad de boca, nariz y garganta. Cardiovasculares: dolor de cabeza, palpitaciones, taquicardia, extrasístoles, hipotensión arterial. Hematológicos:anemia hemolítica, anemia hipoplástica, trombocitopenia, agranulocitosis. Neurológicos:sedación, mareo, vértigo, tinnitus, laberintitis aguda, trastornos de la coordinación, fatiga, confusión, inquietud, excitación, nerviosismo, temblor, irritabilidad, insomnio, euforia, parestesias, visión borrosa, histeria, neuritis, convulsiones.

Gastrointestinales:dolor epigástrico, anorexia, náuseas, vómitos, diarrea, estreñimiento.

Genitourinarios:polaquiuria, dificultad al orinar, retención urinaria, acortamiento de los ciclos menstruales.

Respiratorios:secreciones bronquiales espesas, opresión torácica, obstrucción nasal, sibilancias.

Si considera que alguno de los efectos adversos que sufre es grave o si aprecia cualquier efecto adverso no mencionado en este prospecto, informe a su médico o farmacéutico.

5. Conservación de POLARAMINE 5 mg/ml SOLUCIÓN INYECTABLE

Mantener fuera del alcance y de la vista de los niños.

No conservar a temperatura superior a 30ºC.

No utilice Polaramine después de la fecha de caducidad que aparece en el envase después de CAD. La fecha de caducidad es el último día del mes que se indica.

Los medicamentos no se deben tirar por los desagües ni a la basura. Deposite los envases y los medicamentos que no necesita en el Punto SIGRE de la farmacia. En caso de duda pregunte a su farmacéutico cómo deshacerse de los envases y de los medicamentos que no necesita. De esta forma, ayudará a proteger el medio ambiente.

6. INFORMACIÓN ADICIONAL

Composición de Polaramine 5 mg/ml solución inyectable

  • El principio activo es dexclorfeniramina maleato, 5 mg por ampolla de 1 ml.
  • Los demás componentes son hidróxido sódico para ajuste de pH, nitrógeno y agua para preparaciones inyectables.

Aspecto del producto y contenido del envase

Polaramine 5 mg/ml solución inyectable se presenta en forma de solución inyectable. Solución clara, incolora y libre de partículas extrañas.

Ampollas de vidrio Tipo I. Cada envase contiene 5 ampollas de 1 ml.

Titular de la autorización de comercialización y responsable de la fabricación

Titular de la autorización de comercialización:

Laboratorios Farmacéuticos ROVI, S.A.

Julián Camarillo, 35

28037 Madrid - España

Responsable de la fabricación:

Cenexi HSC

2, rue Louis Pasteur

14200 Hérouville Saint-Clair, Francia

Este prospecto ha sido aprobado en Marzo 2007

La información detallada y actualizada de este medicamento está disponible en la página Web de la Agencia Española de Medicamentos y Productos Sanitarios (AEMPS) http://www.aemps.gob.es/

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is a prescription required for POLARAMINE 5 mg/ml INJECTABLE SOLUTION?
POLARAMINE 5 mg/ml INJECTABLE SOLUTION requires a prescription in Spain. You can check with a doctor online whether this medicine may be appropriate for your situation.
What is the active substance in POLARAMINE 5 mg/ml INJECTABLE SOLUTION?
The active ingredient in POLARAMINE 5 mg/ml INJECTABLE SOLUTION is dexchlorpheniramine. This information helps identify medicines with the same composition but different brand names.
How much does POLARAMINE 5 mg/ml INJECTABLE SOLUTION cost in pharmacies?
The average pharmacy price for POLARAMINE 5 mg/ml INJECTABLE SOLUTION is around 4.78 EUR. Prices may vary depending on the manufacturer and dosage form.
Who manufactures POLARAMINE 5 mg/ml INJECTABLE SOLUTION?
POLARAMINE 5 mg/ml INJECTABLE SOLUTION is manufactured by Laboratorios Farmaceuticos Rovi S.A.. Pharmacy brands and packaging may differ depending on the distributor.
Which doctors can assess the use of POLARAMINE 5 mg/ml INJECTABLE SOLUTION online?
Doctors such as Family doctors, Psychiatrists, Dermatologists, Cardiologists, Endocrinologists, Gastroenterologists, Pulmonologists, Nephrologists, Rheumatologists, Hematologists, Infectious disease physicians, Allergists, Geriatricians, Paediatricians, Oncologists may assess whether POLARAMINE 5 mg/ml INJECTABLE SOLUTION is appropriate, depending on your situation and local regulations. You can book an online consultation to discuss your symptoms and possible next steps.
What are the alternatives to POLARAMINE 5 mg/ml INJECTABLE SOLUTION?
Other medicines with the same active substance (dexchlorpheniramine) include DEXCHLORPHENIRAMINE MALEATE ACCORD 5mg/ml INJECTABLE SOLUTION, POLARAMINE 0.4 mg/ml SYRUP, POLARAMINE 2 mg TABLETS. These may have different brand names or formulations but contain the same therapeutic ingredient. Always consult a doctor before switching or starting a new medicine.
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