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sodium nitroprusside in 0.9% sodium chloride .2 mg/mL

sodium nitroprusside in 0.9% sodium chloride · INJECTION · Slate Run Pharmaceuticals, LLC

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sodium nitroprusside in 0.9% sodium chloride is a injection containing sodium nitroprusside in 0.9% sodium chloride at .2 mg/mL, taken intravenous. Manufactured by Slate Run Pharmaceuticals, LLC.

Key Facts

Brand Name
sodium nitroprusside in 0.9% sodium chloride
Generic Name
sodium nitroprusside in 0.9% sodium chloride
NDC Code (Product)
70436-206
Manufacturer
Slate Run Pharmaceuticals, LLC
Strength
.2 mg/mL
Dosage Form
INJECTION
Route
INTRAVENOUS
Marketing Status
Application #
ANDA215846
Marketing Start
12/31/2022

Recall History

No Recall History

Full Prescribing Information

Source: FDA Drug Label (SPL)For healthcare professionals

Indications & Usage

1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE Sodium nitroprusside is a direct acting vasodilator indicated for: Immediate reduction of blood pressure ( 1.1 ) Producing controlled hypotension to reduce bleeding during surgery ( 1.2 ) Treatment of acute heart failure to reduce left ventricular end-diastolic pressure, pulmonary capillary wedge pressure, peripheral vascular resistance and mean arterial blood pressure ( 1.3 ) 1.1 Immediate Reduction of Blood Pressure Sodium nitroprusside is indicated for the immediate reduction of blood pressure of adult and pediatric patients in hypertensive crises. 1.2 Induction and Maintenance of Controlled Hypotension Sodium nitroprusside indicated for induction and maintenance of controlled hypotension in adults and children during surgery, to reduce bleeding. 1.3 Treatment of Acute Heart Failure Sodium nitroprusside is indicated for the treatment of acute heart failure to reduce left ventricular end-diastolic pressure, pulmonary capillary wedge pressure, peripheral vascular resistance and mean arterial blood pressure.

Dosage & Administration

2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Initiate infusion of sodium nitroprusside at a rate of 0.3 mcg/kg/min, and titrate every few minutes until the desired effect is achieved OR the maximum recommended infusion rate of 10 mcg/kg/min has been reached ( 2.2 ). 2.1 Inspection Inspect parenteral drug products for particulate matter and discoloration prior to administration, whenever solution and container permit. Sodium nitroprusside should be a clear colorless to red/brown color; do not use if solution is blue, green, or bright red. Dosing Continuously monitor blood pressure in patients receiving sodium nitroprusside. Start infusion of sodium nitroprusside at a rate of 0.3 mcg/kg/min. Evaluate blood pressure for at least 5 minutes before titrating to a higher or lower dose to achieve the desired blood pressure. The dose may be titrated upward until: the desired effect is achieved, systemic blood pressure cannot be further reduced without compromising the perfusion of vital organs, or the maximum recommended infusion rate of 10 mcg/kg/min has been reached, whichever occurs first. In patients with eGFR <30 mL/min/1.73 m 2 , limit the mean infusion rate to less than 3 mcg/kg/min. In anuric patien

Contraindications

4 CONTRAINDICATIONS Diseases with compensatory hypertension (e.g., coarctation of the aorta, arteriovenous shunting). Inadequate cerebral circulation or in moribund patients (A.S.A. Class 5E) coming to emergency surgery. Patients with congenital (Leber’s) optic atrophy or with tobacco amblyopia. Acute heart failure associated with reduced peripheral vascular resistance. Concomitant use with sildenafil, tadalafil, vardenafil, or riociguat. Diseases with compensatory hypertension (e.g. coarctation of the aorta, arteriovenous shunting) ( 4 ). Inadequate cerebral circulation or moribund patients (A.S.A. Class 5E) coming to emergency surgery ( 4 ). Congenital (Leber’s) optic atrophy or tobacco amblyopia ( 4 ). Acute heart failure with reduced peripheral vascular resistance ( 4 ). Concomitant use with sildenafil, tadalafil, vardenafil, or riociguat ( 4 ).

Adverse Reactions

6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following adverse reactions are described, or described in greater detail, in other sections: Hypotension [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 )] Cyanide Toxicity [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 )] Thiocyanate Toxicity [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.3 )] Methemoglobinemia [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.4 )] Increased Intracranial Pressure [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.5 )] Anemia and Hypovolemia [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.6 )] Less common adverse reactions include: Cardiovascular: Bradycardia, electrocardiographic changes, tachycardia, palpitations, retrosternal discomfort Dermatologic: Rash Endocrine: Hypothyroidism Gastrointestinal: Ileus, nausea, abdominal pain Hematologic: Decreased platelet aggregation Musculoskeletal: Muscle twitching Neurologic: Increased intracranial pressure, dizziness, headache Miscellaneous: Flushing, diaphoresis, venous streaking, irritation at the infusion site Most common adverse reactions are hypotension and cyanide toxicity ( 6 ). To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Slate Run Pharmaceuticals, LLC at 1-888-341-9214 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is sodium nitroprusside in 0.9% sodium chloride used for?

sodium nitroprusside in 0.9% sodium chloride contains sodium nitroprusside in 0.9% sodium chloride. It is a injection taken intravenous. Consult your doctor for specific uses.

Is sodium nitroprusside in 0.9% sodium chloride a controlled substance?

sodium nitroprusside in 0.9% sodium chloride is not classified as a controlled substance by the DEA.

What is the generic name for sodium nitroprusside in 0.9% sodium chloride?

The generic name for sodium nitroprusside in 0.9% sodium chloride is sodium nitroprusside in 0.9% sodium chloride. There are no other listed brand versions of sodium nitroprusside in 0.9% sodium chloride.

What is the NDC code for sodium nitroprusside in 0.9% sodium chloride .2 mg/mL?

The NDC (National Drug Code) for sodium nitroprusside in 0.9% sodium chloride .2 mg/mL is 70436-206, listed by Slate Run Pharmaceuticals, LLC.

Product NDC

70436-206

Package NDC

70436-206-80

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