Adenocard (adenosine) is a medication used to treat a heart rhythm disorder called supraventricular tachycardia. it belongs to a category of drugs called antiarrythmics and it works to slow and subsequently normalize your heart rhythm, according to Drugs.com. Typically, you will be given 6 milligrams of Adenocard via an intravenous infusion. Your doctor will increase the dosage to 12 milligrams every one to two minutes if your heart rate does not return to normal.
Common Side Effects
Adenocard can routinely cause dizziness, chest pressure, facial flushing or nausea, according to Drugs.com. It can cause hypertension (high blood pressure), troubling breathing, tingling of your arms, lightheadedness and jaw, throat or neck pain. These side effects should be temporary, but notify your physician if these symptoms last for three to five days.
Harmful Side Effects
The National Library of Medicine says that Adenocard can cause chest pain, palpitations (pounding heartbeat), hypotension (low blood pressure), blurry vision and a heavy feeling in your arms, back or neck. It may cause nausea, throat constriction, bradycardia (slow heartbeat), convulsions and loss of consciousness. Drugs.com says that Adenocard can cause a myocardial infarction (heart attack), tachycardia (fast heartbeats) and arrythmias (irregular heartbeats). Go to your local emergency center if you have these potentially life-threatening side effects.
The National Library of Medicine says that Adenocard can disrupt your heart's electrical activity and cause a heart block. When a heart block occurs, your heart does not pump adequate amounts of blood to the rest of your body. This can be fatal.
Additional Concerns
You should avoid Adenocard if you are allergic to adenosine. You may develop trouble breathing, hives or swelling of your face, throat, lips or tongue. Get medical attention immediately.
Adenocard should not be used if you are pregnant or breast-feeding. This medication may harm your baby and cause the aforementioned side effects.
Inform your doctor if you are taking digoxin, carbamezepine, dipyradimole or methylxanthines. These drugs can interact with Adenocard and cause the aforementioned effects.
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