Adenosine

Uses

Adenosine is used in the treatment of arrhythmia.

How it Works

How Adenosine Works Adenosine is an anti-arrhythmic medication that regulates the heartbeat by blocking abnormal electrical signals in the heart.

Side Effects

Common side effects of adenosine include breathlessness, lightheadedness, dizziness, nausea, numbness, chest tightness, flushing of the face, and peripheral neuropathy (tingling and numbness in the feet and hands).

Expert Advice

Avoid food and drinks containing caffeine, such as chocolate, coffee, and tea, for at least 12 hours before using the medication.
Stop taking the medication and inform your doctor immediately if you experience:

Slow heartbeat
Severe chest pain
Very low blood pressure

Inform your doctor if you have a history of:

Seizures (fits)
Heart problems

Notify your doctor if you are:

Pregnant
Planning to become pregnant
Breastfeeding

The medication is administered as a rapid injection into a vein by a doctor or healthcare professional.

Other Combinations

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