Generic name: milrinone [ MIL-ri-none ]
Brand names: Primacor I.V., Primacor
Dosage form: intravenous solution (1 mg/mL; 200 mcg/mL-D5%)
Drug class:Inotropic agents
What is milrinone?
Milrinone is a vasodilator that is used as a short-term treatment for life-threatening heart failure.
Milrinone may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
In an emergency, you may not be able to tell caregivers about your health conditions. Make sure any doctor caring for you afterward knows you received milrinone.
Before taking this medicine
You should not be treated with milrinone if you are allergic to it.
If possible before you receive milrinone, tell your doctor if you have ever had:
a heart attack;
a heart valve disorder;
heart rhythm problems; or
low levels of potassium in your blood.
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
In an emergency, you may not be able to tell caregivers if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Make sure any doctor caring for your pregnancy or your baby knows you received this medicine.
How is milrinone given?
Milrinone is given as an infusion into a vein, usually around-the-clock for up to 48 hours. A healthcare provider will give you this injection.
Your heart rate and blood pressure will be constantly monitored. Your kidney function and electrolytes may also need to be checked with blood tests.
What happens if I miss a dose?
Since milrinone is given by a healthcare professional, you are not like...
